{"product_id":"large-antique-shiwan-yellow-hotei-figure-vase-late-19th-century-sculptural-chinese-ceramic","title":"Large antique Shiwan yellow Hotei figure vase, late 19th century, sculptural Chinese ceramic","description":"This large late-19th-century Shiwan figure vase combines warm colour with strong sculptural charm. Modelled as an overfilled treasure sack with a tall tied neck, it features the laughing Hotei (Budai) seated in a recessed niche, leaning on his sack and holding a lucky mallet. His relaxed pose and expressive modelling give the piece an inviting, joyful character ideal for both collectors and interior styling.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe dense stoneware is coated with a glowing yellow glaze that has developed fine antique craquelure. The base is unglazed with natural firing marks typical of 19th-century Shiwan work.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\n• Height: 25.3 cm \/ 9.96″\u003cbr\u003e\n• Width: 14 cm \/ 5.51″\u003cbr\u003e\n• Depth: 14 cm \/ 5.51″\u003cbr\u003e\n• Weight: 873 g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\nExcellent antique condition. Small chip to the end of the mallet; expected glaze crazing; no structural cracks or restorations.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping \u0026amp; Packaging\u003cbr\u003e\nFully tracked and insured delivery.\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping cost includes professional packaging, handling and postage.\u003cbr\u003e\nRecycled materials used where possible.\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62884816945482,"sku":"B1563","price":400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.7484814982_q776.jpg?v=1785917456","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/large-antique-shiwan-yellow-hotei-figure-vase-late-19th-century-sculptural-chinese-ceramic","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}