19th Century Porcelain Hummingbird Vase Aesthetic Movement Ceramic Antique 35 cm

An impressive and very unusual late 19th century porcelain vase decorated with a rich cobalt blue ground and intricate gold scrollwork.

The body features hand-modelled, high-relief barbotine-style floral and fauna motifs including a hummingbird, butterfly, beetle, and large mallow blossoms in the Aesthetic Movement style - most likely of French origin and perhaps unique?

Height: 35 cm - Base diameter: 8 cm

In great condition with light wear to gilt on rim and no chips or cracks - a re-covered hole on the underside from where it was once electrically fitted.