Double Peach on Stand
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
DateQing Dynasty, possibly 19th century
Object NamePeach
Mediumjadeite and wood
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Height: 13.8 cm, Width: 11.5 cm, Diameter: 5 cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS024875
About MeIn Chinese culture the peach is symbolic of long life. Almost to reinforce the meaning of this object, the carving features a bat, which is also a symbol of happiness. Depicted within the finely carved wood stand are flowers including the lotus, which has great importance within the Buddhist religion and represents purity.
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 18th - 19th century
James Cromar Watt
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Daoguang Period (early 19th Century)
James Cromar Watt
Ming Dynasty, 1522 - 1619
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period, 1736 - 1795
James Cromar Watt
19th Century
