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Plate with symbols for celebrating birthday and long life
Plate with symbols for celebrating birthday and long life

Plate with symbols for celebrating birthday and long life

Place of OriginJiangdezhen, Jiangxi province, China; Jiangdezhen, Jiangxi province
Date1723-1735
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911), Reign of the Yongzheng emperor (1723-1735)
MaterialsPorcelain with underglaze blue and overglaze multicolor decoration
DimensionsH. 1 1/2 in x Diam. 8 1/4 in, H. 3.8 cm x Diam. 20.9 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P192
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
On view
Location
  • Gallery Location   Gallery 17
MarkingsYongzheng mark
Text Entries

The fungus, narcissus, nandina, and rocks together form the auspicious phrase, “Fungus fairy offers birthday greetings!”

Subject
  • fungus
  • narcissus
  • rock