To reshape the "Globular Vase with Dragon Decor in Underglaze Blue (Ming Dynasty)" into the notion of "object to use and to please", in a playful strike out, the globular body smartly transformed into mini plate and its cylindraceous neck turned into chopsticks holder. As for the cultural aspect, Ping or vase in pronunciation of mandarin suggests peace and safe in Chinese culture, which is one essence to be integrated to enhance the inward and outward for design. With so many remarkable creativities, the concept has won the Gold award from "National Palace Museum Southern Branch's National Treasure Merchandise Design Competition".
典藏說明
Underglaze-blue celestial globe vase with dragon and lotus décor Ming Dynasty, Ceramics Height: 42.9 cm, rim diameter: 9.7 cm, base diameter: 15.8 cm
This example of underglaze-blue porcelain is called a celestial globe vase because the body is round like the shape of a celestial body. Both in shape and decoration, celestial globe vases from the Yongle and Xuande reigns are known to be especially exquisite and refined. Areas of the vase neck and body not taken up by the dragon itself are filled with flowing lotus stems and flowers. The powerflu dragon image forcefully converys the supremacy of imperial power.
Packaging Material
Plastic Box
Content Size Length
13
cm
Content Size Width
9.9
cm
Content Size Height
2
cm
Net Weight
97
g
Package Size Length
23
cm
Package Size Width
13
cm
Package Size Height
4
cm
Attachment Size Length
7.5
cm
Attachment Size Width
3.2
cm
Attachment Size Height
5.5
cm
Attachment Net Weight
83
g
Gross Weight
243
g
Main Material of the Product
Porcelain
Fragile
Yes
Intended Use/Function
Sauce Plate/Chopsticks Holder
Place of Origin
China
Manufacturer
TALES
Design
Taiwan
商品備註
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