Saucer
Dateprobably 18th century
Maker
Chinese
Label TextThe “peacock green” glaze was often applied to architectural elements, notably roof tiles. During the Qing period, the glaze was improved with the addition of copper carbonate and sodium. When the translucent glaze pools, it produces a sapphire hue.
Object number35.572
Credit LineEugene Fuller Memorial Collection
MediumPorcelain with turquoise glaze