Chinese Art A blue and white porcelain vaseChina, Qing dynasty, 18th century. . Cm 19,00 x 15,00. Globular porcelain vessel with large mouth and overlapping bands with stylized clouds, meanders, leaves and plant intertwining. Vessels of this type were usually intended as spittoons, an accessory of practical use widespread in China. The excellent quality of this piece indicates that it must be considered an object intended for the upper classes.