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Triangle shape vase

by McCandless
(Columbus, OH USA)

I think this is a turn of the century vase. It is 4 in. tall. Can you tell me the style, meaning of mark on the bottom, and any info known. Thanks.

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triangular container
by: peter

It is unlikely that this is a vase.
A triangular shape is rare in Chinese traditional wares. The decoration (dragons) point to a republic item. The mark says "Huacha Gongsi Chupin" (translates to "Product of China Tea Company").
This was an early republic manufacturer specializing in tea wares, apparently. They produced many types of tea caddies, but it is difficult to tell what this is for. It doesn't seem to have been made with a lid as a tea caddy would require.

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