This vase contains twenty-five white cranes, the national bird of China, over a base of black glass which is decorated with the longevity symbol in endless rows. The cranes are standing in waves or flying to the clouds above. The top edge of the vase is encircled with the longevity symbol. One overlay color. H 4-7/8” Crane Vase Black Peking03$475.00 Shipping Discount:$10 shipping charge per item on all pottery and glass! Choose USPS - Priority as shipping method at Checkout. Usually takes 4-7 business days to receive from the time the order is placed. Peking Glass About Peking GlassChinese Overlay Carved Glass, also known as Peking Glass (Tao Liao Ping in Chinese), is a traditional form of art that starts with a one-color glass base, dipped into contrasting colored glass one layer at a time. The artist then carves away portions of the overlaid glass to reveal layers of other colors underneath, following certain designs. It is a lengthy and tedious process that is time consuming and labor intensive. However, the result is exquisite and exotic, unlike carved glass from other countries and regions. Privacy Policy • Customer Ratings and Comments • Sold Items © Scanlan Fine Arts Gallery • All rights reserved