Gourd-shaped vase decorated with red bats
Place of OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911), Reign of the Qianlong emperor (1736-1795)
MaterialsPorcelain with underglaze and overglaze polychrome decoration
DimensionsH. 13 7/8 in x Diam. 7 7/8 in, H. 35.2 cm x Diam. 20 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P46
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
Not on viewMarkingsQianlong mark and iron-red six-character mark in two columns
More InformationThe gourd symbolizes fertility by virtue of its numerous seeds. It is also an auspicious vessel because it absorbs evil vapors. The motif of red bats flying in the sky implies the sentiment "blessings vast as the sky."
Subject
- gourd
- bat
approx. 1700-1800