Medium Chinese Peach Altar Fruit Late Qing Republic

Description

A Kangxi style soft paste altar fruit offering that is in the shape of bowl of peaches. Although not from … more A Kangxi style soft paste altar fruit offering that is in the shape of bowl of peaches. Although not from the Kangxi period, it's still over 100 years old.

The design is of stacked peaches with stems, flowers and fruit in different sizes. The glazes have that soft Kangxi coloration. The glazes flow and pool with a slight crackle. The shallow foot is unglazed as is the base.

Please note that we also have a nearly matching, but a bit larger, cluster of alter fruit. Please search for “Altar Fruit” within our shop.

MEASUREMENTS

5 ¾” (14.6 cm) diameter x 5 ½” (13.2 cm) tall. Weighs 12.7 oz (815 g)

CONDITION

There are a few small glaze chips. The largest is on a blue stem near the base. Otherwise, there are no breaks, cracks, or repairs. The glazes are bright and fresh.

A great set of peach altar fruit to add to your room or Chinese collection. The peach is an auspicious fruit giving riches and happiness. less