Vase
Artist
Unknown
CultureChinese | Yong Zheng | Qing Dynasty
Date1723-1735
MediumPorcelain | Monochrome
DimensionsOverall: 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm)
InscribedSeal mark of Yong Zheng in underglaze blue.
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.120
Not on view
DescriptionVery elegant vase has pear-shaped body, tall neck gracefully stretching up to flower head with subtle, low relief petals. Mouth of vase rises slightly above petals. Ridge indicating start of floral design at center of neck. Foot low, clean, even. Glaze of fine celadon color, evenly applied overall except edge of foot rim; slight orange skin texture.Label TextQing Dynasty China (1644-1911) Yong Zheng Emperor (1722-1735) Vase, ca. 1722-35 Porcelain Gift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr. 71.120 Approved By: ERLExhibition History"Cameo Performances: Masterpieces of Cameo Glass from the Chrysler Collection," Chrysler Museum of Art, Norfolk, VA., June 29, 2008 - December 30, 2012.
18th century