17th C. Chinese Ming Dynasty fahua glazed porcelain jar. The thick potted Chinese porcelain jar having the bulbous body to the rounded shoulder, short neck to a wide opening, with a flat base. The exterior hand painted in unique FAHUA Design, of various flowers, appear to be growing from the bottom of the vase beneath bands of Bajixiang Eight Buddhist symbols and pendants motif arrangements. The decoration motif outlined by raised and incised trails of white slip with the characteristic Fahua palette combines a selection of low fired over glazes turquoise, ink blue, amber yellow, Aubergine, purple, emerald green and white. The glaze terminated slightly before the foot rim, revealed the pale-creme ground with darker spots in the firing. The clay is fine and exquisite, the glaze smooth, brilliant with a moist appearance, the finishing meticulous, the colors are harmonious, elegant and exquisite, the composition is sophisticated, simply a feast for the eye. Measurements: Height: 15" Diameter: 14 1/2"PROVENANCE: From the collections of Dan Peters (1946 - Present), of South Atlanta-Georgia, private collector.A retired engineer and Christian School Administrator, has had the heart of a missionary to serve in many foreign countries aiding in building orphanages and hospitals in Russia, Romania, Ukraine, and other Asian countries. His present work is in Lima Peru. There he is using his talents to help develop safe drinking water and establish sanitary conditions inside the hospital. He is the parent to 16 children most of which are adopted from various countries. His worldwide travels have allowed him to enjoy the ability to collect treasures, some of his collection will be sold at auction to help raise funds for his ongoing work in Peru. The collections of Mr. Dan Peters are presented and offered up for auction. ON DAY-1: From Lot-61 through Lot-85. ON DAY-2: from Lot-270 through Lot-291. For High Resolution Images, please use this link: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/nistxgdbviiy9am/AABXVKFL_ENax6zAu6onsaLga?dl=0