Vase Imitating Venetian “Serpent” Goblet
Date: Late 17th century, (Kangxi Period 1662-1722)
Dimensions:
H: 9 1/2 in. (24.5 cm)
Medium: Painted porcelain with applied handles.
Place of Origin: China
Classification: Ceramics
Credit Line: Purchased with funds from the Libbey Endowment, Gift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number: 2004.90
DescriptionPorcelain Vase with slightly compressed spherical body followed by a tall conical neck, a faceted collar, and a trumpet-shaped rim piece. The body is flanked by two opposing openwork scroll handles that are applied to the shoulder of the body and to either side of the neck. The vase is painted in bright violet blue tones with flowers using cross-hatched shading, and birds.
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