Chinese Ge Form Vase

Today, a tall green vase with a long neck and two small handles, calmly glossy.

This ge form vase is from China, and dates to the 20th century. It is porcelain. Later Chinese potters often made vases in the manner of classic Song wares, and the ge style is recognized by its soft glaze and the web of crackle across it. Overall, a slender bottle-shaped vase with a flaring mouth, a long neck and a rounded lower body on a narrow foot. Two small rectangular lugs sit at the neck. The glaze is an even deep green, glossy and slightly darker toward the base. It is 8 inches high and 4 in diameter.

Simple outline, rich color, and no desire to be fussy.