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Exquisite Qing Dynasty Wucai Cylindrical Vase

Marked "Qing Xuan Tang Zhi" (慶宣堂製) | Jiaqing Period (1796–1820)

Dimensions: 5.7"W x 5.7"D x 12.3"H (14.48cm * 14.48cm * 31.24cm)

A superb example of Jiaqing-period Wucai (five-color) porcelain from the renowned Jingdezhen kilns. This vase features the prestigious "Qing Xuan Tang Zhi" four-character iron-red seal mark, representing the height of private hall-mark commissions that rivaled Imperial quality.

Form & Aesthetics

  • Silhouette: A sophisticated cylindrical form with an everted rim, short neck, and crisp, angular shoulders.

  • Palette: The overglaze colors are rich yet soft, characterized by a delicate, "powdery" (粉润) texture and meticulous brushwork.

Symbolism: "Every Motif Tells a Story"

The central decoration is a masterful composition of Rockwork, Orchids, Peonies, and Ruyi, traditionally symbolizing:

  • "Wealth, Elegance, and a Solid Foundation" (富贵高雅,根基永固)

  • "May All Your Heart's Desires Be Fulfilled" (万事如意)

Specifications

  • Period: Qing Dynasty, Jiaqing (1796–1820).

  • Mark: Four-character Iron-red Seal Mark ("Qing Xuan Tang Zhi").

 

 

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Quantity
  • Dimensions: 5.7"W x 5.7"D x 12.3"H (14.48cm * 14.48cm * 31.24cm)

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