A large lidded porcelain jar decorated in blue underglaze, depicting the Flowers of the Four Seasons: peony (spring), lotus (summer), chrysanthemum (autumn), and plum blossom (winter). Knop finial lid. Gilt bands along the edge of the lid, along the rim of the jar, and around the foot. The underside bears a six-character Shunzhi reign mark in Kaishu script. Chinese, circa Qing dynasty to early Republic era. Measures 21 1/2" x 12". All-over crazing, with some yellowing from age. There are a few chips along the underside, only very subtly evident unless turned upside-down.