Bud Vase Appraisal

Hand-Painted Porcelain Bud Vase with Rose Motif

This item is a slender, trumpet-shaped bud vase, crafted from what appears to be glazed porcelain or fine ceramic. Its primary color is a soft, pale yellow, transitioning to a light lime green near the base where painted decoration is prominent. The vase features a gently ruffled or crimped rim at the top, a common characteristic of late 19th to early 20th-century art pottery or porcelain. The body tapers slightly from the wider, flared base upwards, maintaining a delicate profile. The most striking feature is the hand-painted floral decoration: a large, vibrant pink rose with lush green leaves and thorny brown stems wraps around the lower portion of the vase. The painting style suggests a freehand, perhaps impasto, technique with visible brushstrokes, indicating artistic craftsmanship. The glaze is glossy and intact, reflecting light evenly. There are no visible chips, cracks, or repairs, suggesting good overall condition. The quality of the hand-painting, particularly the blending of colors and the realistic depiction of the rose, speaks to a higher level of craftsmanship. While no specific maker's marks or signatures are discernible from the image, the style of the vase and its decoration is characteristic of the Aesthetic Movement or Art Nouveau periods, likely dating from the late 1800s to early 1900s. Its small size, typically suited for a single bloom or a small cluster of buds, aligns with the 'bud vase' classification, making it an excellent decorative accent.