Chinese crackle-glazed stoneware vase of baluster form with a flared neck, decorated with molded archaistic scroll bands, stylized ring handles, and a projecting taotie mask in relief. Finished in a finely crazed ivory glaze inspired by traditional Guan and Ge wares. Accompanied by its original dealer tag and collector's note.
Condition: Good overall condition. Typical glaze crazing as made. Minor wear to the foot rim. No apparent repairs or restoration under normal examination.Height: 6 in.Provenance: Property from an important private collection, assembled by a dealer and collector over more than six decades.
