Large Chinese porcelain vase of baluster form with flared neck, densely decorated in the famille noire palette with multicolored flowering plants against a black ground. Decoration includes peonies, chrysanthemums, lotus and other blossoms with fruit and foliage, surrounded by colorful scrolling and geometric borders. Chinese, 20th century, in the traditional millefleurs or "Hundred Flowers" style. Condition: Displays well with scattered surface wear, minor enamel and gilt wear, and typical firing irregularities. See photographs. 24" Tall