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1942.9-631 (C-482)
Baluster Vase

Qing dynasty, Kangxi period (1622-1722)
Porcelain with overglaze famille verte enamels,
1
5
77.5 x 29.5 (30 /2 x n /s)
Widener Collection
TECHNICAL NOTES
The vessel is thrown in three sections that are luted together.
The interior and recessed base are glazed, with a rounded foot-
ring. There are numerous small pits and scratches in the glaze
surface, several chips in the glaze at the edge of the lip, and two
hairline cracks in the lower sides.

PROVENANCE
Thomas B. Clarke [1848-1931], New York; sold to Peter A. B.
Widener, Lynnewood Hall, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania; inheri-
tance from Estate of Peter A. B. Widener by gift through power
of appointment of Joseph E. Widener, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania.

HIS TALL VASE is PAINTED over a colorless glaze with
Tfamille verte enamels. The decoration comprises
scenes of mounted warriors in combat in a landscape of
rocks and pines. On the main body three horsemen
charge forward armed with swords and lances. They are
followed by other horsemen, and are shown pursuing
one horseman to the left with five short flags on his back.
The enamel colors include blue, red, aubergine, gold, and
three shades of green.
SL

REFERENCES
1955 Chemistry (December): 27-29, repro. back cover.

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