Jar with Cover
Unknown Artist
Medium
Porcelain
Dimensions
H. 10 in. (25.4 cm)
Classification
Ceramics
Culture & Period
China · Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Kangxi period (1662–1722)
Department
Asian Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Bequest of Benjamin Altman, 1913
Accession Number
14.40.312a, b
Tags
Art Historical Context
This exquisite *Jar with*, crafted in porcelain during thexi period (1662–1722) of China's Qing dynasty (16441911), stands at a graceful height of 10 inches25.4 cm). likely at the imperial kilns of Jingdezhen, the epicenter of porcelain artistry, such vessels exemplify the era's technical mastery and aesthetic refinement. The inclusion of a fitted cover suggests its practical use for storing precious commodities like tea, spices, or medicines, while its floral motifs—evident in the decorative tags—reflect the Kangxi court's fascination with nature's bounty, symbolizing prosperity and harmony. ...