Flambe Glaze Porcelain Fengweizhen Vase Clothing broad plank construction

broad plank construction

where painters adapted it to depict nobles

Rich with the patina of years of use

drawing influence from both Hindu and Mughal design traditions

this piece offers a harmonious blend of utility and character

Flambe Glaze Porcelain Fengweizhen Vase Clothing broad plank constructionThis elegant porcelain vase is a fine example of the flamb glaze technique, developed in the Kangxi reign (1662 1722) and celebrated for its rich oxblood red tones (created by oxidising iron & copper) called "sang de boeuf" and subtle variations of depth and shading. Known as a Fengweizhen or phoenix tail vase, its graceful, elongated form with a flaring mouth is a classic silhouette in Chinese ceramics. It is hand turned on a potters wheel by skilled