Gallbladder-Shaped Vase with Figures in Canton Enamel Reserved Panels

This vase has a small mouth, round body, round foot, and a long, slender neck. The interior, exterior, and foot-interior are covered in a white glaze. The vase is entirely covered in Canton enamel ornamentation. The neck has floral designs while the round body has a reserved panel with figures on the front and back. The primary color used on the vase is orange with accents of yellow, green, blue, white, and other colors. The painting technique is meticulous as seen in the density of the designs. The work displays a unique ornamental style of Canton enamel ware.

Chinese entry by Dong Jianli
Translated and edited by Adam J. Ensign and Kang Xiaolu