Delft – octagonal kalbas shaped vase, late 17th century

Octagonal kalbas shape vase (soliflore), decorated in the Chinese transition style depicting birds perched on flowering branches, with detailed peonies and chrysanthemums.

Provenance: Ex-collection of Dionydia Wilhemina Everwijn (1923-2011).
Property of the Stilte-Stiching Landgoed den Bosch collection
Museum Arnhem

No restaurations. Some wear and a larger chip to the top rim. Faults and old damages. No restorations.

Also available in a different listing: a slightly larger calabash-shaped vase with chinoiserie floral and bird decoration.

Diameter 9,5 cm