Vase in the shape of an ancient bronze hu
Place of OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China
Date1736-1795
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911), Reign of the Qianlong emperor (1736-1795)
MaterialsPorcelain with glaze
DimensionsH. 7 1/2 in x Diam. 5 in, H. 19.1 cm x Diam. 12.7 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P2320
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
On viewLocationGallery 17
MarkingsQianlong mark and underglaze blue six-character mark
More InformationThe emulation of an ancient bronze shape can be detected in the presence of two molded animal-mask handles and the three raised bands on the neck and body. Superior achievements in Qing monochrome-glaze techniques are evident in the purity and uniformity of color on this vase.
approx. 1300-1368