Chinese Sang-De-Boeuf Vase
DateQing Dynasty, late 19th century
Object NameVase
Mediumporcelain
ClassificationsCeramics
Dimensions10 × 5cm
AcquisitionJ P Cumine Bequest, 1922.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS015085
About MeThe deep red glaze, known as sang de boeuf (literally 'ox blood') was developed in China during the Qing dynasty. The colouring agent is copper oxide, which creates the deep red colouring.
Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period, c.1795
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
19th Century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century.
Qing Dynasty, late 19th century
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
Qing Dynasty, Guangxu Period, late 19th century
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