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Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong mark and period (1736–95)
The light blue glaze of this cup, known as “moon white” in Chinese, suggests that it was created for the Altar of the Moon in Beijing. It was used as a wine cup in state rituals.
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清乾隆 景德鎮窯月白釉瓷禮器爵
Title: Ritual cup (jue)
Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong mark and period (1736–95)
Culture: China
Medium: Porcelain with low-relief decoration under light blue glaze (Jingdezhen ware)
Dimensions: H. 6 15/16 in. (17.6 cm); W. 6 3/4 in. (17.1 cm)
Classification: Ceramics
Credit Line: Lent by The Palace Museum
Rights and Reproduction: Photograph courtesy of The Palace Museum, Beijing
