Jar with lid
Place of OriginChina
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911), Reign of the Kangxi emperor (1662-1722)
MaterialsPorcelain with underglaze blue and overglaze polychrome decoration
DimensionsH. 26 1/2 in x Diam. 15 in, H. 67.3 cm x Diam. 38.1 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB61P7+
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
Not on viewBirds of Prey: The Falcon
The Manchu rulers of the Qing dynasty were nomadic in origin, and they strongly encouraged their Manchu subjects to ride and shoot to remember their roots. Hunting was a popular pastime often depicted in ceramics and jade carvings. A woman carrying a falcon is part of the hunting team depicted on this vase. Hunters especially admire the bird. They are emblematic of boldness and keen vision. Predatory birds such as the falcon provide popular ornamentation for screens, panels, and other Chinese decorative arts. Textiles dating to the Tang dynasty depict falcons holding ribbons, a likely indicator of military status.
The Manchu rulers of the Qing dynasty were nomadic in origin, and they strongly encouraged their Manchu subjects to ride and shoot to remember their roots. Hunting was a popular pastime often depicted in ceramics and jade carvings. A woman carrying a falcon is part of the hunting team depicted on this vase. Hunters especially admire the bird. They are emblematic of boldness and keen vision. Predatory birds such as the falcon provide popular ornamentation for screens, panels, and other Chinese decorative arts. Textiles dating to the Tang dynasty depict falcons holding ribbons, a likely indicator of military status.
approx. 1573-1644
