The sculpture is a pitcher designed in the shape of a fish, with scales and facial features. The main portion of the pitcher is light blue and embellished with gilded designs forming the handle and base. The gilded portions have leaf-like patterns that contrast with the smooth blue surface.
Artwork Details
- Date
- Yongzheng period, 1723/1735 (vase); c. 1730/1755 (mounts)
- Medium
- porcelain with blue celadon glaze, in gilt-bronze mount
- Dimensions
- 3585 × 6465 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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