Festive Chinese Hexagonal Vase with Figures

A Chinese famille Noire hexagonal vase, the baluster vase with…
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A Chinese famille Noire hexagonal vase, the baluster vase with a waisted neck and trumpet rim, decorated with myriad figures engaged in festivities and parades bearing auspicious objects and travelling by foot, boat and elephant, in enamel colours with floral and Arabesque borders. Height 45 cm

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  • Arabesque - The arabesque pattern is an ornamental design that features flowing, curving lines and elaborate geometric shapes. It is inspired by the art and architecture of the Islamic world and was developed at Fontainebleu France in the mid 16th century. Its use was spread through published engravings, and it is characterized by its intricate and highly decorative nature. The arabesque pattern is created using a repetitive motif that is repeated and interwoven to create a cohesive design. It was used as a form of decoration in art, architecture, textiles, pottery, furniture and ceramics and it is often used to add a sense of grandeur and sophistication to a design. The arabesque pattern is admired for its beauty and complexity, and it continues to be used in a wide range of decorative contexts today.

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