Blue and White Longevity Garden Jar

$388

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Dimensions

H: 9.5" Dia: 9.5"

Materials

Materials
Porcelain

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Collection #

TLC014Q

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$20

Loosely brushed with cobalt blue pigments, this round, blue-and-white storage jar is underglazed with lush garden scenery featuring plants of longevity. A strong pine tree grows overhead on the left side, while a branch of plum blossoms stretches out to the right. Thickets of bamboo fill the spaces in between. All of these plants are traditional symbols of longevity, appreciated for their endurance, strength and persistence through hardship. The scene is anchored by rocky outcroppings and an arched bridge for garden strolls.

Additional Dimensions:
Without Lid: 9"H
Diameter of Opening: 3.5"
Diameter of Base: 6.5"

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Blue & White Porcelain

Soon after its development in the Yuan dynasty (1271–1368 AD), blue-and-white underglaze porcelain became a favorite of the imperial court. Its broad appeal rapidly extended beyond China’s borders, becoming a lucrative export commodity highly sought after in Europe, the Middle East, and beyond.

Using cobalt imported from Western Asia, ceramic artists ground the mineral into a vibrant blue pigment that was then painted directly on a porcelain base, coated with clear glaze, and fired. This underglaze technique brought with it a shift in focus from the overall shape of a vessel to the skill and artistry traceable in its painted decoration.

Transcending time and taste, blue-and-white porcelain continues to be appreciated around the world for the intricate brushwork and brilliant blue color.