Peach Blossom Melon Ginger Jar with Wooden Lid

With its classic form, this round melon jar is the perfect canvas for its rich, peach blossom glaze. For many Qing-dynasty elite, peach blossom was a preferred finish to fine ceramics for its resemblance to sweet, ripened fruit. The copper-based glaze can be unpredictable when firing, resulting in wonderful imperfections. This jar's lush coat of wine-red glaze is speckled with flecks of dark red and contrasted by the unglazed edges along the base and lip. The jar's carved wooden lid has been stained a deep burgundy to bring out the wood grain and better match the peach blossom glaze.