Octagonal Blue and White Porcelain Miniature Bud Vase

This item is a small, hand-painted miniature bud vase, characterized by its distinctive octagonal (eight-sided) body. Crafted from white porcelain, it features a classic 'Blue and White' underglaze aesthetic. The decorative motif consists of delicate, vertical floral and fruiting sprigs, possibly depicting pomegranates or peaches, which are traditional symbols in East Asian art. The top shoulder of the vase is adorned with a repetitive scalloped or ruyi-head border, while the base and neck are finished with simple blue line bands. Physically, the piece appears to be roughly 3 to 4 inches in height, featuring a short, narrow neck with a flared, faceted rim. The construction shows some slight irregularities in the molding of the octagonal facets, suggesting a semi-manual production process. Regarding condition, there is a visible blue smudge or glaze bleed on one of the main panels, a common manufacturing defect in cobalt underglaze pottery. Small dark specks or 'pinholes' are visible in the glaze, which are typical of older kiln firing processes. No major chips or cracks are immediately apparent, though there is minor surface wear consistent with age. Based on the style and execution, this piece is likely a mid-20th-century reproduction of earlier Qing Dynasty export porcelain, possibly of Chinese or Japanese origin. The glaze has a slight greyish-white tint rather than a bright modern white, indicating a vintage age.