清中期 玉雕英雄雙聯瓶|Double vessel with mythical beasts (champion vase)
Unknown Artist
18th–19th century
Medium
Jade (nephrite)
Dimensions
H. 6 1/2 in. (16.4 cm); W. 3 1/2 in. (9.2 cm); D. 2 3/4 in. (7.5 cm)
Classification
Jade
Culture & Period
China · Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Department
Asian Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Heber R. Bishop, 1902
Accession Number
02.18.370a, b
Tags
Art Historical Context
This exquisite double vessel, carved from nephrite jade during China's Qing dynasty (18th–19th century showcases the era's mastery of jade craftsmanship. Titled *清中期 玉雕雙聯瓶* or "Double vessel with mythical beastschampion vase)," it features intertwined mythical creatures—likely powerful guardians symbolizing strength and protection—forming a unified, functional yet ornamental pair of vases. Standing just 6½ inches tall, its compact form (16.4 cm high, 9.2 cm wide, 7.5 cm deep) highlights the sculptor's precision in transforming tough nephrite into fluid, life-like forms. Nephrite jade, prized ...