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This large plate is part of a group depicting scenes from the Manchu court. Beneath flying flags, musicians play a trumpet and drum in the foreground. In the center, five warriors compete at archery on horseback as the imperial entourage looks down on the contest from a canopied balcony. Related examples illustrate military events and presentations to the emperor.

The painting on this example is exceptionally fine. The figures and architecture are well drawn and the enamels in red, blue, yellow, purple, and green are freely applied, imparting energy to the scene. The reverse is decorated with eight Buddhist symbols and scrolls supporting lotuses, as well as a double ring encircling a seal mark indicating that this plate was made as an imperial order. Apparently, therefore, the piece was exported only at a later date.

"Decorative Arts Highlights from the Wendy and Emery Reves Collection," page 95

Details

  • Title: Charger
  • Date Created: c. 1700–1720
  • Physical Dimensions: Height: 4 in. (10.16 cm.) Diameter: 24 1/16 in. (61.11 cm.)
  • Type: Containers
  • External Link: https://www.dma.org/object/artwork/5054020/
  • Medium: Porcelain and enamel
  • Credit Line: Dallas Museum of Art, The Wendy and Emery Reves Collection

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