Antique Milk Porcelain Bud Vase Floral Branch Art Nouveau Style decor

Product: Vase

Region of Origin: Chinese

Features: Handpainted

Antique: Yes

Materials sourced from: China

Country of Origin: China

Antique Milk Porcelain Bud Vase – Hand Painted Floral Branch Art Nouveau Style

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Description:

This is an antique milk porcelain bud vase featuring a gracefully elongated neck and rounded bulbous base, beautifully handpainted with intricate floral designs in deep blue, pink, and burgundy, along with delicate green foliage and brown branches. The flowers are accented with raised gold detailing, showcasing the refined craftsmanship typical of turnofthecentury porcelain work.

The creamy white porcelain has a soft, milky finish, giving the piece a warm and elegant look that perfectly complements its delicate floral motif. With its slim silhouette and timeless handpainted art, this vase is a charming example of antique decorative porcelain from the late 19th to early 20th century.

Product Details:

• Material: Milk Porcelain

• Type: Bud Vase / Decorative Vase

• Estimated Height: Approx. 20cm

• Color: Cream with handpainted multicolor design

• Features: Raised gold accents, floral and branch motif, slender flared neck

• Era: Likely Late 19th – Early 20th Century

• Style: Art Nouveau influence, handcrafted

Condition:

Acceptable condition – worn:

• One visible manufacturing flaw near the rim with a rough spot and uneven glaze (shown in closeup)

• Some wear to the floral paintwork, especially in the central flower where fading or loss of paint is present

• Minor surface scuffs and glaze imperfections consistent with age

• No structural cracks or chips

About Antique Milk Porcelain:

Milk porcelain became widely appreciated in the late 1800s for its smooth, semitranslucent finish and durability. Often used for decorative vases and tableware, it was a favorite medium for handpainted florals during the Art Nouveau period. The raised enamel or gold details seen in this piece were typical of more refined designs produced in small workshops or artisan studios.

Why Choose This Piece?

• A true antique with unique handcrafted character

• Beautiful example of late 19th to early 20thcentury porcelain artistry

• Ideal for collectors of antique ceramics, Art Nouveau, or handpainted florals

• Perfect as a singlestem vase or elegant standalone display item

This antique milk porcelain vase offers a rare glimpse into early decorative art traditions, blending function and form in a way that never goes out of style.