Blue and White Porcelain Vase with Metal Mounts Appraisal
Category: Decorative Arts
Description
The item is a large, elegant vase constructed from porcelain and adorned with a blue and white transferware pattern. The vase exhibits a graceful, elongated form, flaring slightly towards the top and tapering towards the base, which is seated on a separate, ornate metal mount. The porcelain surface is decorated with intricate scenic vignettes enclosed within decorative borders, interspersed with floral and foliate motifs. Each panel depicts a landscape or figural scene, rendered in varying shades of cobalt blue against a white background. The transferware exhibits fine detail, suggesting careful application. The vase is topped with a metal collar, matching the base mount in style and material. The metal components appear to be made of a dark, patinated metal, possibly bronze or brass, featuring decorative scrollwork and elements. The vase appears to be in good condition, with a visible patina on the metal mounts commensurate with age. No significant chips, cracks, or repairs are immediately discernible from the image. The craftsmanship is evident in the detailed transferware and the elaborate metalwork. The style and decoration suggest an origin in the 19th or early 20th century, likely emulating Chinese export porcelains.
Appraisal Report
I have examined the provided image of this Blue and White Porcelain Vase with Metal Mounts. The vase presents as a large porcelain vessel decorated with blue and white transferware, likely depicting scenic and figural vignettes, interspaced with floral motifs. The transferware appears detailed and consistent in application. The vase is enhanced by dark patinated metal mounts at the base and rim, featuring decorative scrollwork and elements, possibly bronze or brass. Based on the imagery, the condition appears good, with expected age-related patina on the metal mounts. I did not observe any obvious chips, cracks, or restorations from the image provided. The style is consistent with 19th or early 20th-century decorative arts, likely influenced by Chinese export porcelain. In the current market, decorative blue and white vases with ornate metal mounts, particularly those with detailed decoration and in good condition, are desirable. Comparables I've seen at auction and in galleries suggest a steady, though not rapidly increasing, demand for such items, particularly those with quality craftsmanship. Factors impacting value include the quality and detail of the transferware, the material and craftsmanship of the metal mounts, overall condition, and size. However, I must emphasize the limitations of appraising from images alone. Authenticity, particularly regarding the age of the porcelain and metal, the originality of the mounts, and the detection of subtle repairs or condition issues (such as hairline cracks or restoration beneath the surface), cannot be definitively confirmed without in-person examination. Provenance documentation would further aid in authentication. Scientific testing, such as material analysis, could also be beneficial. My appraisal is based solely on the visual evidence presented in the image.
Appraisal Value
$800 - $1,200