Chinese Republic period porcelain vase, of elongated baluster form leading to a waisted neck and flaring rim, the body decorated with depiction of Shou Lao and attendants clutching attributes, including double gourd, lingzhi and various fruits, set against a ground of whimsical stylised clouds with bats and cranes, with inscription verso, set between a decorative geometric and fine lace borders to the foot, shoulder and rim, in predominant black, grey and orange tones on a white ground, with gilt accents, four character stamp to base, height 44 cm