VINTAGE CHINESE DAYAZHAI STYLE TURQUOISE PORCELAIN BIRDCAGE LANTERN Featuring Applied 3D Birds, Wisteria, Peonies, and Traditional Studio Seals This Chinese ceramic birdcage lantern/decorative piece crafted in the iconic “Dayazhai” style made famous by Empress Dowager Cixi’s imperial court wares, this piece features a vibrant turquoise ground with a subtle famille rose style and elaborate relief decoration. KEY FEATURES: – Hand-detailed raised/embossed wisteria clusters, lush peony blossoms, and curling vine scrollwork. Two dimensional 3D ceramic birds perched gracefully on the outer reticulated bars. Pierced vertical cut-out bars forming the classic birdcage/lantern enclosure. Topped with a brass/cast metal hanging loop and ornate metal collar. Stamped with red underglaze/overglaze seal marks. “Da Ya Zhai” (- Studio of Great Elegance) rectangular seal. “Tian Di Yi Jia Chun” oval seal. Red stamp on the unglazed base ” ” CONDITION REPORT: – Overall excellent vintage condition with no major cracks or structural damage noted. Glaze crackle is intentional and part of the traditional finishing technique. Metal hardware shows light natural patina appropriate for age. Bottom features protective felt pads by previous owners. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the item condition description. APPROXIMATE DIMENSIONS: – Height: Insert Height, e. 15 inches (including hook) – Base Diameter: Insert Diameter, e. 7 inches – Weight: Insert Weight, e. 5 lbs 5 oz.
