Condition: Near Mint
Height: 3″ (7.5cm)
Width: 2″ (5cm)
Length: 2″ (5cm)
Diameter: 2″ (5cm)
Year Manufactured: 1980
This charming little piece is a vintage Herend Porcelain Chinese Bouquet miniature vase, crafted around 1980 in Hungary. Measuring about 3 inches…
Condition: Near Mint
Height: 3″ (7.5cm)
Width: 2″ (5cm)
Length: 2″ (5cm)
Diameter: 2″ (5cm)
Year Manufactured: 1980
This charming little piece is a vintage Herend Porcelain Chinese Bouquet miniature vase, crafted around 1980 in Hungary. Measuring about 3 inches tall and 2 inches wide and deep, it’s a petite bud vase just right for showing off a single flower or adding a bit of color to a small corner of your home. The vase is in near-mint condition, so it’s almost as pristine as the day it was made, with no chips or cracks—just the elegance that comes with decades of careful keeping. The design features delicate, hand-painted magenta blooms known as the “Chinese Bouquet” or Apponyi pattern, finished off with a lovely bit of gold trim around the lip. Even though it’s more than 40 years old, it still looks as classy and timeless as ever.
Herend is a legendary name in porcelain, with roots going back to the early 19th century in Hungary. The company is famous for crafting fine, hand-painted porcelain pieces that were once favored by European royals and aristocrats. Herend’s Chinese Bouquet – or Apponyi – line is especially beloved, with its intricately detailed floral motifs inspired by East Asian designs. Over the years, Herend has built a reputation for incredible attention to detail, unmatched craftsmanship, and patterns that become family heirlooms. Pieces from the 1980s like this one aren’t as old as Herend’s earliest work but are already considered vintage, and it’s not all that common to find them in such beautiful, near-mint shape today. Because of the high-quality materials and skilled hand-painting, each Herend vase has its own little personality—no two are exactly alike.
Collectors love Herend not just for the visual appeal, but also for the history and prestige behind each piece. Back in the ’80s, porcelain like this wasn’t mass-produced by machines; each item was carefully shaped and decorated by an artisan, usually signed on the bottom. The mini vases are a bit less common than bigger Herend pieces, which makes finds like this extra special for collectors and anyone who loves a bit of vintage flair in their home. Whether you’re new to collecting or just want something unique to brighten up your shelf, this Herend bud vase is a perfect little example of classic European artistry with a story to tell.
