Sleeve vase c. 1635 - 1650

This 17th-century, Chinese blue and white porcelain sleeve vase is a prime example of the Qing Dynasty's artistic prowess. The vase, standing at 47.5 centimeters tall, features a delicate, hand-painted scene of people and nature, adorned in a vibrant cobalt blue pigment. The depiction of figures amidst foliage and water creates a tranquil, evocative composition, characteristic of the highly sought-after Chinese porcelain of this era. The vase currently resides in the Rijksmuseum, a testament to its artistic significance.