{"product_id":"hexi-wedding-vase-shanxi-province-c-1910","title":"HEXI Wedding Vase Shanxi Province c.1910","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"670\" data-start=\"354\"\u003eThis beautifully aged black-glazed wedding vase originates from Shanxi Province, northern China, and dates to around 1910. Hand-crafted and painted with soft pink peonies, the front proudly displays the red \u003cstrong data-end=\"587\" data-start=\"561\"\u003e‘\u003c\/strong\u003edouble happiness’ character, a Chinese symbol of love, unity, and good fortune in marriage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1006\" data-start=\"672\"\u003eSuch vases were traditionally gifted to newlyweds or used to decorate the marital home during celebrations, representing harmony, prosperity, and lasting joy. The peony, known as the \"king of flowers\" in Chinese culture, symbolises romance and wealth, while the vase’s rounded shape echoes the themes of completeness and togetherness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1156\" data-start=\"1008\"\u003eMade from earthenware with a timeworn surface and painterly charm, this piece shows natural wear from age, enhancing its character and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRich cultural symbolism tied to love and good fortune\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplay on a console, shelf as a symbol of good fortune\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver 100 years old with beautifully aged patina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse as a symbolic wedding gift or anniversary piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle with dried branches or let it stand alone as a sculptural object\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW23 x H23 x D23 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Orchid","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37541642436802,"sku":"CL4-39a","price":245.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/5831\/6226\/files\/Chinese_Antique_Wedding_Vase-063.jpg?v=1779369711","url":"https:\/\/www.orchidfurniture.co.uk\/products\/hexi-wedding-vase-shanxi-province-c-1910","provider":"Orchid","version":"1.0","type":"link"}