Ming Dynasty Jar
This jar is from the Ming dynasty, 1426-1435, China. Porcelain was first made in China during the T’ang dynasty (618-907 CE). The blue and white porcelains of the Ming dynasty show this art at its peak. The blue and white porcelain also reflects the influence of both West Asian and Islamic countries due to the trade between the countries. The painting on the jar is highly detailed and the mastery of the artist shows in the power and energy the dragon pictured here exudes. The brush strokes add to the power of the figure, with their high detailing serving to emphasize the movement and flow of the subject. There is an inscription by the head of the dragon that show the reign marks of the emperor in power at that time, Xuande. The practice of painting the reign marks started during this time period and become a common practice. I find this jar elegant. The contrast of the blue against the white porcelain keeps the focus on the painted work, which is highly detailed, keeping the viewers attention moving from detail to detail.
Josh Smith said,
August 4, 2009 at 1:41 am
There seems to be a lot of nice porcelain from the Ming dynasty. I like the simple colors. The blue on white does bring focus to the artwork. The way the brushstrokes are used to emphasize the movement is impressive. The reign marks are an interesting facet. I wonder if this jar was part of a set? Do you know who the artist was?
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November 15, 2010 at 11:04 am
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