ArtCollectionsAsianChrysanthemum bowl with handles in the form of bats (Tazón en forma de crisantemo y asas de murciélago)
Chrysanthemum bowl with handles in the form of bats (Tazón en forma de crisantemo y asas de murciélago)
Title

Chrysanthemum bowl with handles in the form of bats (Tazón en forma de crisantemo y asas de murciélago)

Artist/Maker

Unknown, China,

Date

18th century

Type Of Object

bowl

Medium

nephrite jade

Credit Line

Museum purchase with funds provided by Asian Arts Council in honor of Marilyn and Roy Papp in recognition of their many years of contributions to Asian Art at the Museum.

Object Number

2014.109

Image Credit

© Phoenix Art Museum. All rights reserved.

Department

Asian

On View

No

Description

The chrysanthemum symbolizes longevity and wealth. Bats (the handles) represent bianfu, or double happiness, a common motif on wedding gifts.

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