Vase / Cachepot, FTD, "Especially For You," Mother & Child Hands, Embossed Roses & Lilies, Porcelain, Taiwan, Vintage 1993

White porcelain with embossed mother and baby hands surrounded by pink and white roses and lilies — the high-shine glaze on the white contrasts beautifully with the matte, unglazed pink areas, giving the piece an unexpected textural depth. The oval rim is intentionally uneven, almost like a broken eggshell edge, which makes it more interesting than a plain round opening. Dated to 1993 by its original sticker; retains both the "Especially For You, FTD, Made in Taiwan" sticker and a small "1993 FTD" label. No drainage hole, so it functions as a cachepot — perfect with stones at the bottom for a potted plant, or used directly as a vase. Excellent condition throughout.

FTD — Florists' Transworld Delivery — was founded in 1910 when 13 American retail florists agreed to exchange orders telegraphically for out-of-town deliveries. Their gold Mercury Man logo, first used in 1914, depicts Hermes, messenger to Zeus. Today FTD is the largest flower delivery network in the world, with over 58,000 affiliated shops in more than 140 countries.

A lovely Mother's Day gift, a new mom gift, a baby shower accent, or a sweet piece of 1990s floral porcelain for anyone who appreciates it.

• Maker: FTD, "Especially For You," Made in Taiwan (original stickers intact)
• Era: 1993
• Material: Porcelain, embossed, high-shine glaze with matte pink accents
• Dimensions: 6.0" long × 5.0" tall × 3.75" wide
• Condition: Excellent vintage. No chips, cracks, crazing, or scratches. All sales final.