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Vase with archaistic patterns

mid-18th century
Not on view
Produced in the Qing imperial porcelain factory at the height of its creative powers, this elaborate vessel features green enamel glazing and gilt patterns in low relief. The stylized dragons that encircle the vase recall those used on bronzes from the period of the Warring States (475–221 BCE) and represent a contemporary reinterpretation of ancient designs.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Vase with archaistic patterns
  • Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong mark and period (1736–95)
  • Date: mid-18th century
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Porcelain with gilding relief decoration over green enamel (Jingdezhen ware)
  • Dimensions: H. 15 3/4 in. (40 cm); W. 11 in. (27.9 cm); D. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm)
    Rim: W. 6 in. (15.2 cm); D. 5 in. (12.7 cm)
    Foot: W. 7 in. (17.8 cm); D. 6 in. (15.2 cm)
  • Classification: Ceramics
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Benjamin Altman, 1913
  • Object Number: 14.40.400
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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