Vase

late 18th century

Chinese Qing Dynasty

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The sculpture on the vase features a group of three figures in a landscape setting. The central figure is a bearded man wearing a traditional hat and robe, seated and gesturing as if holding or presenting something. Flanking him are two other figures, one standing behind the other, both appearing to engage in some activity or observation. The scenery includes intricately detailed trees and what appears to be rocks or mountainous features. The sculpture is on a vase, which is primarily white in color with cobalt blue artwork depicting the detailed scene. The vase is made of a ceramic material, typical of traditional blue and white porcelain. The vase has a rounded body that narrows at the neck, then flares out slightly at the rim. The scene wraps around the curved surface, creating a dynamic narrative.

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Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Harry G. Steele [1881-1942], Pasadena; his widow, Grace C. Steele [d. 1974]; gift 1972 to NGA.

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Bibliography

1998

  • Bower, Virginia, Josephine Hadley Knapp, Stephen Little, and Robert Wilson Torchia. Decorative Arts, Part II: Far Eastern Ceramics and Paintings; Persian and Indian Rugs and Carpets. The Collections of the National Gallery of Art Systematic Catalogue. Washington, D.C., 1998: 252-254, color repro.

Wikidata ID

Q62758784

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