This small, cylindrical sleeve vase is rendered in a classic blue and white underglaze palette, featuring a spirited depiction of a Kirin (Qilin) amidst a landscape of stylized swirling clouds and flames. The mythical creature is captured in an animated, dynamic stance with its head turned back, showcasing finely detailed scales and a bushy, flowing tail. The composition is balanced by Ruyi-shaped cloud clusters and flickering flame motifs that fill the negative space, creating a sense of movement across the porcelain surface. The vessel is framed by decorative ruyi-head borders at both the flared rim and the base. On the underside, the vase bears a four-character mark within a double ring, adding a traditional finishing touch to this elegant scholar’s object.