Plate with eight peaches and five bats, one of a pair

Place of OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China; Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province

Date1736-1795

DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911), Reign of the Qianlong emperor (1736-1795)

MaterialsPorcelain with overglaze multicolor decoration

DimensionsH. 1 1/2 in x Diam. 8 1/8 in, H. 3.8 cm x Diam. 20.6 cm

Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection

Object numberB60P1707

DepartmentChinese Art

ClassificationsCeramics

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MarkingsQianlong mark

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The five bats (two on the back of the plate) stand for the Five Blessings—longevity, wealth, health, love of virtue, and a peaceful death.

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