A magnificent example of late Victorian flow blue porcelain, this large baluster vase is a rare and impressive display piece for the serious collector. Decorated in the beloved Oriental pattern — a classic Chinoiserie scene featuring a pagoda, bridge, and lush trees rendered in rich, softly flowing cobalt blue — and lavishly gilded throughout.
The flared rim, foot, and applied lion-head handles are heavily accented in gold, with a repeating floral motif on the rim interior. The octagonal body adds architectural elegance to an already commanding form.
Pattern: Oriental
Style: Flow Blue Transferware with Polychrome Gold Gilding
Decoration: Chinoiserie — pagoda, bridge, trees
Form: Baluster vase with flared rim and applied gold lion-head handles
Height: 14 inches
Mouth Diameter: 9 inches
Origin: England (Staffordshire)
Era: Late Victorian, c. 1891
Backstamp: Underglaze blue cartouche reading "Oriental" with Royal Arms-style mark
Condition: Age-appropriate crazing to interior; gold wear consistent with age; please see all photos
A true statement piece — equally at home as a standalone collector's vase or as the centerpiece of a curated flow blue display. The scale, gilding, and named pattern make this one of the more exceptional examples of the form.
