Vintage 1980s Chinese Crystalline Glazed Porcelain Flat Vase

Vintage 1980s Chinese Crystalline Glazed Porcelain Flat Vase – Signed "Shen Shou" (神手) Item Specifications Dimensions: 7" H x 7" W (approx. 18 cm x 18 cm) Origin: China (Liaoning Provincial Silicate Research Institute). This factory was renowned for its scientific approach to ceramics, specifically mastering complex crystalline glazes (like the zinc silicate "flowers" on this vase) which require precise chemical formulas and firing schedules that were difficult to achieve in traditional wood-fired kilns. Era: Vintage (Circa 1980s) Glaze Type: High-Fire Zinc Silicate Crystalline Glaze Form: Flat Ovoid (Pianping) with decorative horizontal ridges Markings: Underglaze blue factory stamp "神手" Design and Structure Observations Flattened Silhouette: The body narrows significantly into an oval profile rather than a standard round sphere. Narrow Rim: The top opening forms an elongated almond shape. This specific geometry was highly popular in 1980s Postmodern and Art Deco revival decor. Glaze Distribution: The interior rim reveals the stark contrast of the smooth, un-crystallized white base glaze inside the neck, showing exactly where the specialty crystalline formulation was applied strictly to the outer walls Condition Report Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or repairs. The unique horizontal ribbing on the lower body is crisp and well-defined, with glaze pooling naturally in the recesses. These pieces are collected for their technical difficulty and aesthetic beauty. Pickup at Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue