Vase
CultureChinese
DateQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MediumBlue and white ceramic
DimensionsOverall: 14 3/8 × 8 inches (36.51 × 20.32 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Jeanne McCray Beals in memory of David Thomas Beals II, Helen Ward Beals, and David Thomas Beals III
Object number2006.9.10
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DescriptionThe vase is made in the shape of meiping: a narrow base, a wider shoulder, and a small raised rim on a narrow neck. It was loosely painted in blue color on white glazed ground. The decorative motifs include qilin auspicious animal, flowers, vines and geometric patterns.
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