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During the 18th century, Europeans provided an eager market for Chinese export porcelain, especially the colorful and fanciful ware known …
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During the 18th century, Europeans provided an eager market for Chinese export porcelain, especially the colorful and fanciful ware known as “famille rose.” Named for a palette of opaque overglaze enamels that favored roses and pinks, famille rose porcelain ware was crafted with the same technical virtuosity as imperial porcelain but designed for Western tastes.
This oval ginger jar charms with famille rose decoration of a pair of phoenixes, a benevolent animal of Chinese mythology thought to beckon brightness, light and warmth. Perched beneath the parasol tree, the mythical birds are surrounded by pink peony blossoms, a motif for "wealth, rank and good fortune." A band of rectangular lappets borders the base and auspicious ruyi border the neck, both rendered in pastel enamels of blue, pink and yellow.
Additional Dimensions:
Diameter of Opening: 3"
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- Dimensions
- 8.5ʺW × 8.5ʺD × 13.25ʺH
- Styles
- Art Nouveau
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Enamel
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- White
- Condition Notes
- Good condition, wear consistent with age and use. Good condition, wear consistent with age and use. less
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