New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Vase

Artist Unknown

Date1723-1735

MediumPorcelain | Monochrome

DimensionsOverall: 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm)

ClassificationsAsian art

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.120

Terms

Celadon
China

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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: ERL