Porcelain Yuhuchunping Vase – Five Peach Design

The name “Yuhuchunping” means literally “Pear shaped Vase” and is a style originting in the Tang dynasty (608 – 917) for use as a wine vessel. Later the shape was refined and became a classic vase style also known as a “Trumpet Mouth Vase.” The rim is slighly flared with a straight neck that broadens at the ends and a bottom heavy body.

This reproduction Chinese porcelain vase with a five peach design follows a classic Famille Rose style. The origin of the five peach design can be found in the story of a fisherman by Tao Qian (365-427) who found endless bliss in a peach orchard hidden within a crevice.

Famille Rose was first seen in the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). It injected colour into traditional ceramic work, namely shades of pink and carmine – introduced by European Jesuits who worked in the palace. The name ‘Famille Rose€™ translates from French into €˜Rose Family€™. Common styles found are Rose Canton, Rose Mandarin and Rose Medallion.

Famille Rose has been incredibly popular in Europe and America since its introduction.

A similar vase was sold at Sotheby’s Important Chinese Art sale in New York, 2018. 

23 x 23 x 38 (wxdxh cms)

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