Blue-and-white porcelain covered vase, China, 18th century Baluster-shaped, the body and lid are decorated with large peonies and foliage. The shoulder is adorned with a stylized frieze, and the neck with banana leaves. The underside is unglazed. Old label on the base: “Arts d’Autrefois - 90 rue du Bac - Paris VIIe.” Height with lid: 32 cm Enamel missing where the lid fits. Small chip on the rim of the lid. Provenance: Acquired from the Arts d’Autrefois gallery in 1993 (handwritten certificate included).