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Vase with Applied Plum Spray Decoration
Vase with Applied Plum Spray Decoration
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Vase with Applied Plum Spray Decoration

Culture
Date18th century, Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
MediumDehua ware, porcelain with applied biscuit relief decoration and translucent alkali-lime glaze
Dimensions17 x 9 cm (6 11/16 x 3 9/16 in.)
ClassificationsCeramics
Credit LineGift of Birgit Faber-Morse in honor of Elisabeth and Sidney N. Morse
Object number2011.434
Label TextIn late winter five-petal blossoms appear on the bare branches of plum trees. In Chinese art these delicate blossoms symbolize perseverance and survival in adversity.
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