This is a 19th century antique Chinese jar from the Qing Dynasty, mid 19th century or Earlier.  It is hand thrown and all hand painted in the classic cobalt underglaze. Decorated with with a Phoenix and peony flowers motif.  

 No hairlines are detected. Some wear is visible around the mouth and discoloration from early decades of use. There are normal kiln flaws to be expected with these containers like dark spots from kiln ash, smudged paint and pinhole reserves in the glaze. 

The jar measure approximately 11 1/2" tall and 8" in diameter (29 x 20.5 cm). A beautiful and elegant piece of history that's both highly collectible and quite decorative.  No lid for this vase.