A BLUE AND WHITE 'PHOENIX TAIL’ VASE

A BLUE AND WHITE \'PHOENIX TAIL’ VASE

KANGXI PERIOD (1662-1722)

The vase is decorated overall with a pattern of lotus blossoms borne on leafy tendrils, within double-line borders and a cloud-form band at the base of the neck. The base is inscribed with a lingzhi mark within a double circle.

17 3/4 in. (45.1 cm.) high