A large Chinese famille rose jar and cover, painted with antique porcelain vases and a large pink peony, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, on fitted stand, note, the tree peony has many titles and is a favourite of Chinese gardeners, it is an emblem of love and affection, a motif of riches and honour and a symbol of feminine beauty and represents spring. Provenance: A North Shore Estate, Sydney, height 43 cm, W 24 cm