{"product_id":"qianlong-style-doucai-peony-and-lotus-shangping-vase","title":"Qianlong-Style Doucai Peony and Lotus Shangping Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eCharacterized by a flaring mouth, a long neck, and a globular body, the \u003cem\u003eshangping\u003c\/em\u003e form became associated with imperial presentation and court display during the Qing dynasty. This Qianlong-style vase provides a wide, continuous canvas for dense floral motifs, balancing classical structure with the rich color palette of 18th-century porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe surface is executed using the traditional \u003cem\u003edoucai\u003c\/em\u003e technique, combining underglaze cobalt outlines with overglaze enamels. Artisans first outline the intricate floral motifs in cobalt blue on the unfired porcelain body. After a high-temperature firing, these outlined spaces are carefully filled with vibrant enamels and fired a second time at a lower temperature. The blue outlines remain crisp beneath the enamel colors, keeping the layered floral decoration clear across the curved surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe principal decoration features blooming peonies—a traditional emblem of prosperity—set among continuous intertwining lotus vines. The central scene is framed by structured secondary borders: \u003cem\u003eruyi\u003c\/em\u003e-head borders around the shoulder, lotus-petal bands supporting the lower body, and a classic key-fret border grounding the foot ring. A narrow gilt band defines the flared rim and provides a restrained contrast to the enamel decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border: none; border-top: 1px solid #eaeaea; margin: 32px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: Jingdezhen Kaolin Clay (High-white porcelain)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCraftsmanship: Traditional \u003cem\u003edoucai\u003c\/em\u003e (underglaze blue and overglaze enamels) with gilt rim detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDimensions: H: 32 cm \/ 12.6 inch, Belly: 22 cm \/ 8.7 inch, Base: 13 cm \/ 5.1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHeritage Note: Based on Qianlong-period \u003cem\u003eshangping\u003c\/em\u003e forms and classical imperial motifs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCare: Fine porcelain with overglaze enamels and gilt detailing. Hand wash only with warm water and a soft cloth. Do not soak for prolonged periods. Strictly avoid dishwashers, microwaves, and abrasive cleaners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Azure Blanc","offers":[{"title":"32 cm \/ 12.6 inch","offer_id":52350598381879,"sku":null,"price":1498.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/2663\/5063\/files\/qianlong-style-doucai-peony-shangping-front.webp?v=1780651642","url":"https:\/\/www.azureblanc.com\/products\/qianlong-style-doucai-peony-and-lotus-shangping-vase","provider":"Azure Blanc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}