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Yellow Peony Vase
Chinese Yellow Peony Vase
Yellow Peony Vase
Yellow Peony Vase

Chinese Yellow Peony Vase

DateQing Dynasty, Guangxu Period, Late 19th century
Object NameVase
Mediumporcelain
ClassificationsCeramics
AcquisitionJ P Cumine Bequest, 1922.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS015084
About MeLarge Chinese vase, one of a pair, decorated with white and brown peonies on a yellow ground. The peony is one of the most important flowers in Chinese culture and represents nobility, Spring, female beauty and reproduction. Blooms shown fully open, as in these vases, symbolise peace.
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