Superb Large Chinese Yuan-style turquoise porcelain vase with under glaze hand-carved floral Peonies motif. No maker's mark ....The peony is the unofficial Chinese National Flower. It stands as a symbol of spring and female beauty and reproduction. It also represents richness, honor and high social class. It is a favored flower for the 12th wedding anniversary. Peonies from Luoyang are considered the best in the country ...