Flask Vase with Peony Motif
Artist
Chinese
Dateearly 19th century, Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Mediumspinach–greeen nephrite
Dimensions26.0 x 18.3 cm
ClassificationsJades
Credit LineGift of John and Maria Dirlam
Object number2008.122
Descriptionspinach green nephrite, peony motifLabel TextBlooming in late spring, the tree peony was considered the flower of the Chinese emperor as well as the "empress of flowers." Through these associations the peony also came to symbolize riches, good fortune, honor, affection and feminine beauty. These two vessels exemplify the late 18th to early 19th century imperial taste for naturalistic forms. The triple brush washer of pale green nephrite is conceived in a realistic, sculptural style. The flask in spinach-green nephrite, on the other hand, reflects the influence of the surface-style decoration of Mughal jades that was imbued with Chinese sensibility by artisans of the imperial workshops.
On View
On viewCurrent Location
- Exhibition Location Gallery 112
Chinese
18th century, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911)
Chinese
18th century, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911)
