Graceful Lavender Blue–Glazed Ceramic Crane Figure - 19"

A tall and graceful ceramic figure of a crane, likely from China and dating to the early to mid-20th century. The bird is rendered in a stylized, subtly modern manner and perched on a simplified stump. Its elongated neck, gently curved beak, and a composed, tranquil presence lend the figure a calm, contemplative presence, while the plumage is articulated through rhythmic, crisply modeled feather patterns. The surface is finished in a nuanced blue glaze that shifts from periwinkle to slate, pooling more deeply in the relief and catching the light with a soft gloss. The piece is in very good condition, with gentle wear to the base and minor firing pinholes consistent with age and artisanal making.

In Chinese art, cranes are long-standing symbols of longevity, harmony, and quiet grace. This sculptural figure makes a serene accent in a bathroom or on a bedroom console, bringing poise and calm with a subtle touch of color. It also introduces a note of quiet, mysterious elegance when nestled among greenery on a covered patio or in a conservatory.