Chinese Turquoise Vase with Floral Decoration
DateQing Dynasty, 19th century
Object NameVase
Mediumporcelain
ClassificationsCeramics
DimensionsMinimum: 44cm
Maximum: 45cm
Top: 12.6cm
Bottom: 14cm
Maximum: 45cm
Top: 12.6cm
Bottom: 14cm
AcquisitionCaptain J Harvey Loutit Bequest, 1969.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS000911
About MeThe vase is decorated with chrysanthemums and peonies on a turquoise ground.
The peony is known as the flower of ‘wealth and honour’, and was traditionally a token of love and exchanged as a farewell gift.
Chrysanthemums symbolise longevity, wealth and autumn.
The handles on this vase are in the shape of elephant heads.
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