Chinese Crackle-ware Vase

OwnerOwned by James Cromar Watt (Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)

DateQing Dynasy, 18th century

Object NameVase

Mediumporcelain

ClassificationsCeramics

Dimensions10.5 x 7cm

AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.

CopyrightOut of copyright - CC0

LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub

Object numberABDMS024047

Keywords

Ceramic
Container
East Asia
White
China
Brown
Decorative

About MeThe numerous minute cracks in the glaze of this vase are deliberate. The decorative effect is achieved by a difference in the rate of cooling between the glaze and the body when it comes out of the kiln. The Chinese developed the technique as early as the 10th century and reintroduced it in the 18th century.

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