Period:Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Kangxi period (1662–1722) Date:late 17th century Culture:China Medium:Porcelain painted with cobalt blue and copper red under a clear glaze (Jiangxi Province; Jingdezhen ware) Dimensions:H. 8 1/8 in. (20.6 cm); Diam. 3 7/16 in. (8.7 cm) Classification:Ceramics Credit Line:Purchase by subscription, 1879 Accession Number:79.2.453 The combination of a phoenix and bright red peonies on this vase creates a visual metaphor for prosperity and righteousness.
Period:Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Kangxi period (1662–1722) Date:late 17th century Culture:China Medium:Porcelain painted with cobalt blue and copper red under a clear glaze (Jiangxi Province; Jingdezhen ware) Dimensions:H. 8 1/8 in. (20.6 cm); Diam. 3 7/16 in. (8.7 cm) Classification:Ceramics Credit Line:Purchase by subscription, 1879 Accession Number:79.2.453 The combination of a phoenix and bright red peonies on this vase creates a visual metaphor for prosperity and righteousness.