Vessel in the shape of a peach, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 18th–19th century, China, Porcelain with colored glazes (Jingdezhen ware), 4 1/8 in. (10.5 cm), Ceramics, This pot was most likely used to serve tea, wine, or both. Its peachlike shape is an allusion to longevity and immortality, presumably virtues that seem more attainable when drinking wine or possibly strong tea
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Vessel, shape, peach, Qing dynasty, 1644–1911, 18th–19th century, China, Porcelain, colored glazes, Jingdezhen ware, 4 1/8, 10.5 cm, Ceramics, pot, serve tea, wine, peachlike shape, allusion, longevity, immortality, presumably virtues, attainable, drinking wine, strong
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