Collection of the University of Pittsburgh Art Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA. Anonymous Gift

1991.1.33

Charger

Unknown, Chinese

1796 – 1850 (Date created)

MediumCeramic, Enamel

Technique Fired

TypeChargers

Dimensions 0 in L x 0 in W x 3.5 in H x 0 in D (Object)

CultureChinese

Description(Chia Ching: 1796-1820, Tao Kuang: 1821-1850) Deep blue, white-capped waves form a background which starts in the center with ever increasing wave size out to the lip. Upon this background, "Lung," the most powerful dragon, is shown with four other Imperial dragons of lesser importance. All of the dragons are done in rouge de fer enamels.

StatusIn Collection

ProvenanceAnonymous Gift (see Notes)

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