Bowl with wisteria, one of a pair
Place of OriginChina
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911), Reign of the Guangxu emperor (1875-1908)
MaterialsPorcelain with sepia decoration on a yellow ground
DimensionsH. 3 1/2 in x Diam. 7 in, H. 8.9 cm x Diam. 17.8 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P1558
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
Not on viewMarkingsRed mark in one line and a seal mark embracing five characters in two columns
More InformationThis particular bowl was commissioned by the Empress Dowager Cixi, aunt of the Guangxu emperor, to celebrate "eternal spring." In this case, the meaning is not hidden but actually written in Chinese characters on the bottom of the bowls.
HIDDEN MEANING: Forever celebrate eternal spring (yongqing changchun)!
Wisteria blossoms are symbols of longevity because of the length of their blossoms and their stems.
approx. 1100-1234
Pair/Pair