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Revolving Gourd-Shaped Vase
(China )
Revolving vases, commonly referred to as a “slip vase” or “vase with revolving inside” (zhuanxin ping) in China, were an innovation of the Qianlong period that showcased the technical mastery and intricate workmanship of Chinese ceramics. The vase comprises seven separately fired parts, including two internal parts that you have to look closely to see. It is assembled so that the parts can be rotated and move freely.
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Provenance
Provenance (from the French provenir, 'to come from/forth') is the chronology of the ownership, custody, or location of a historical object. Learn more about provenance at the Walters.
William T. / Henry Walters Collection, Baltimore, prior to 1896 [mode of acquisition unknown]; Walters Art Museum, 1931, by bequest.
Geographies
China (Place of Origin)
Measurements
16 3/8 in. (41.6 cm)
Credit Line
Acquired by William T. or Henry Walters, before 1896
Accession Number
In libraries, galleries, museums, and archives, an accession number is a unique identifier assigned to each object in the collection.
In libraries, galleries, museums, and archives, an accession number is a unique identifier assigned to each object in the collection.
49.2181