East Asian Art Jar and Cover Made in China, AsiaQing Dynasty (1644-1911), 17th - 18th century Artist/maker unknown, Chinese Glazed porcelain with mold-impressed relief decoration (Longquan ware); wood lid with plastic replica medallion * Gallery 277, European Art 1500-1850, second floor 1935-10-28a,b Bequest of John W. Pepper, 1935 |
LabelChinese porcelain pieces such as this one - characterized by a simple but refined shape and a pale green glaze - came to be known in the West as “celadon.”* Works in the collection are moved off view for many different reasons. Although gallery locations on the website are updated regularly, there is no guarantee that this object will be on display on the day of your visit. |
