Large Pale Celadon Vase with Phoenix Handles
DateQianlong period (1736–1795) of the Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Mediumporcelain with a lime-alkali glaze tinted with iron and titanium
Dimensions58.4 cm (23 in.)
ClassificationsCeramics
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number1910.39
DescriptionCeladon, clear gray, bulbous body, long neck with two openwork handles. No. 95 Williams collection. 7/18/51 J. Plumer: Considered this a "big ugly piece".ProvenanceEmile F. Williams, Boston, MA
On View
On viewCurrent Location
- Exhibition Location Gallery 112
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Southern Song period (1127–1279)
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late 11th century –early 12th century, Northern Song dynasty (960-1127)
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Qianlong period (1736–1795) of the Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
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15th century, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
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Kangxi period (1662–1722) of the Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
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Kangxi period (1662–1722) of the Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
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Kangxi period (1662–1722) of the Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
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early to mid 12th century, Northern Song dynasty (960–1127)
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12th or 13th century, Northern Song dynasty (960–1127) or Southern song dynasty (1127–1279)