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The elegant shape, exquisite design, and impeccable carving exemplify the sophisticated taste and exacting requirements of the Qing imperial court. The large size and quality of the turquoise suggests that it may have come from the area of modern-day Iran—a testament to the increased trade between China and Central Asia at this time.
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Title: Small vase with dragon
Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Date: 18th–19th century
Culture: China
Medium: Turquoise
Dimensions: H. 4 in. (10.2 cm)
Classification: Hardstone
Credit Line: Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, 2020
Accession Number: 2020.116
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