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The well-potted body of globular form with a tall, slightly flaring cylindrical neck, the exterior all under a rose-pink glaze with a slight 'orange-peel' effect, the interior and base around the reserved iron-red seal mark all with a turquoise glaze, traces of gilt along mouth rim.
Vase
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Vase

Artist Chinese Artist
DateQing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong period (1736-1795)
Place of originChina, Asia
MediumPorcelain with tea glaze
DimensionsHeight x Diameter: 12 1/2 x 8 in. (31.8 x 20.3 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineBequest of Dr. David A. Cofrin
Object number2009.48.307
Collections
Visual DescriptionThe well-potted body of globular form with a tall, slightly flaring cylindrical neck, the exterior all under a rose-pink glaze with a slight 'orange-peel' effect, the interior and base around the reserved iron-red seal mark all with a turquoise glaze, traces of gilt along mouth rim.
Vase
Vase
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Qing dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong period (1736-1795)
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