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

1995.10.011

Carved Turquoise Vase with Cricket and Vegetation

Unknown, Chinese

1644 – 1911 (Date created)

MediumTurquoise

Technique Carving

TypeCarvings

Dimensions 1.75 in L x 3.375 in W x 3.75 in H (Object)

CultureChinese

DescriptionMultiple branches bearing seed pods intertwine around the body and cover of this 18th century caved turquoise vase. The form of a cricket can be seen clinging to the branches on the left side of the vase's body and a smaller cricket is apparent upon the carved leaves of the cover. For the Chinese, the cricket is an emblem of courage and the symbol of summer.

StatusIn Collection

ProvenanceAnonymous Gift (see Notes)

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