Kangxi Dynasty (Qing Dynasty) Five – Color Figure Story Phoenix Zun (Imitation of Ming Dynasty) | Antique Porcelain Collectible Display
[Collection Overview]
This piece is a Five – Color Figure Story Phoenix Zun made during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty. It belongs to the classic “Qing imitation of Ming” style. The body of the vessel is exquisitely painted with figure story patterns using five – color glazes, and it bears an inscribed mark “Made in the Jiajing Reign of the Ming Dynasty”, which shows the respect and innovation towards the Jiajing five – color porcelain craftsmanship of the Ming Dynasty during the Kangxi period. With a dignified and elegant shape, gorgeous and harmonious glaze colors, and rich pattern themes, it is one of the representative works of the early Qing Dynasty’s five – color porcelain art, possessing both artistic appreciation and collection investment value.
[Craftsmanship and Materials]
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Body and Glaze Texture: It uses fine and compact kaolin clay for the body. The body has a uniform thickness, and is covered with a transparent glaze all over. The glaze surface is smooth, delicate, with a tinge of blue in white, presenting the typical characteristics of the “sticky rice body” of the Kangxi period.
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Five – Color Craftsmanship: The outlines are first drawn with under – glaze blue and white, and then filled with various colors such as red, green, yellow, blue, and purple on the over – glaze. The colors are bright, vivid, with a sharp yet harmonious contrast. The blue and white color is deep, stable, and the five – color glazes have distinct gradations of light and shade. It belongs to the “hard color” system and still retains its rich colors after hundreds of years.
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Firing Technology: It adopts a two – step firing process. First, the blue and white body is fired at a high temperature, and then the over – glaze five – colors are fired at a low temperature (about 800 – 900℃), ensuring a tight combination between the glaze colors and the body, making it durable.
[Analysis of Shape and Patterns]
1.Shape Features
This piece has a classic flower – vase shape. The mouth is flared outwards, the neck is slightly constricted, the middle part has a bulging belly, the lower abdomen tapers inwards and then the foot flares outwards. The overall lines are smooth, and the proportions are well – coordinated. The whole body is hexagonal with regular edges and corners. It has a moderate height, combining a sense of stability and a touch of elegance. It is suitable for display in a study, living room or other spaces, showing the charm of Oriental classicism.
2.Pattern Details
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At the Mouth: It is decorated with blue and white fret patterns and geometric patterns. The frame is dotted with yellow and green colors. Above it, there is an inscribed blue and white regular script mark “Made in the Jiajing Reign of the Ming Dynasty”, with a strong and forceful stroke, which is a typical Qing Dynasty mark of imitation, reflecting the admiration for the Ming Dynasty porcelain art.
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Main Pattern Area: A figure story scene is painted in five colors. The figures are wearing traditional gowns, either sitting in front of a table or standing with folded hands. They have full faces, vivid expressions, and smooth clothing wrinkles. Surrounding them are auspicious patterns such as pine stones, lingzhi mushrooms, and flowers, symbolizing good fortune, longevity, and well – being.
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Auxiliary Patterns: The neck and the foot are decorated with sea and cliff patterns, with rolling waves, interspersed with clouds and auspicious birds (in line with the theme of the “Phoenix Zun”). At the bottom, green is used to paint the rocks, and blue is used to dot the water waves, with rich layers and delicate details.
[Historical and Cultural Background]
The Kangxi reign was the heyday of the development of five – color porcelain in the Qing Dynasty. Due to the introduction of minerals such as iron and copper into the glazes, the colors became more vivid and intense, and it is commonly known as “hard color”. This “Qing imitation of Ming” style reflects the social fashion of advocating ancient and elegant things in the early Qing Dynasty. Craftsmen during the Kangxi period often imitated the classic varieties of the Yongle, Xuande, Jiajing, and Wanli periods of the Ming Dynasty and incorporated the aesthetics of their own era, forming a unique artistic style. The use of the “mark of imitation” is not only a tribute to the previous dynasty’s craftsmanship but also implies the cultural meaning of “inheriting the ancient in a prosperous era”, providing valuable physical evidence for the study of the early Qing Dynasty’s ceramic fashion.
[Collection Value and Display Suggestions]
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Collection Significance: Qing Kangxi five – color porcelain has always been a popular category in the antique collection market. This piece has a classic shape, exquisite patterns, and a clear mark. It has been well – preserved for hundreds of years, with high historical and artistic value.
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Display Matching: It is suitable for being displayed on a traditional Chinese wooden antique shelf, a study table, or in a modern minimalist space as a cultural and artistic display. It can also be combined with other Ming and Qing porcelain, calligraphy, paintings, and antiques to create a strong Oriental cultural atmosphere.
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Heirloom Value: As an important carrier of Chinese ceramic culture, this piece embodies the craftsmanship wisdom and aesthetic taste of the early Qing Dynasty. It is an ideal choice for passing on Oriental culture and as a family heirloom.
[Collection Details and Maintenance Notes]
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Condition Description: The body of the vessel is generally in good condition. The glaze surface shows slight signs of use (which is in line with the characteristics of antiques), with no obvious glaze peeling or cracks. The colors are rich, and the painting is delicate (please refer to the detailed pictures).
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Maintenance Suggestions: Avoid severe collisions and sudden temperature changes. When cleaning, gently wipe it with a soft cloth and avoid using chemical cleaners. Display it in a dry and well – ventilated place, away from direct sunlight and humid environments.
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清康熙五彩人物故事鳳凰尊（清仿明）｜古董瓷器收藏級擺件
【藏品概述】
本品為清代康熙年間所製五彩人物故事鳳凰尊，屬「清仿明」經典款式，器身以精緻五彩釉繪製人物故事紋飾，並書「大明嘉靖年製」寄托款，展現康熙時期對明代嘉靖五彩工藝的致敬與創新。器型端莊典雅，釉色絢麗和諧，紋飾題材豐富，是清代早期五彩瓷藝的代表性作品之一，兼具藝術欣賞與收藏投資價值。
【工藝與材質】
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胎釉質地：採用細膩堅致的高嶺土胎，胎體厚薄均勻，通體施透明釉，釉面瑩潤細膩，白中泛青，呈典型康熙「糯米胎」特徵。
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五彩工藝：以釉下青花勾勒輪廓，釉上填繪紅、綠、黃、藍、紫等多色，色彩濃艷明快，對比鮮明而不失和諧。青花色澤深藍穩重，五彩釉料濃淡層次分明，屬「硬彩」體系，歷經數百年仍色澤飽滿。
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燒制技術：採用二次燒成工藝，先以高溫燒製青花胎體，再以低溫（約800-900℃）燒製釉上五彩，確保釉色與胎體緊密結合，堅固耐用。
【器型與紋飾解析】
1.器型特徵
本品為經典花觚造型，口沿外撇呈侈口狀，頸部微束，中部鼓腹，下腹內收後足部外撇，整體線條流暢，比例協調。通體呈六方形，稜角規整，器身高度適中，兼具穩重感與靈動之美，適合陳設於書房、客廳等空間，展現東方古典韻致。
2.紋飾細節
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口沿處：飾有青花回紋與幾何紋，邊框以黃、綠彩點綴，上方書「大明嘉靖年製」青花楷書款，筆法遒勁，為典型清代寄托款，體現對明代瓷藝的推崇。
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主紋飾區：以五彩繪製人物故事場景，人物身着傳統袍服，或坐於案前、或拱手而立，面容豐滿，神情生動，衣紋流暢。周圍輔以松石、靈芝、花草等吉祥紋樣，寓意福壽康寧。
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輔助紋飾：頸部與足部飾海水江崖紋，波濤翻滾，間雜雲氣、祥鳥（符合「鳳凰尊」題材），底部以綠彩繪山石，藍彩點染水波，層次豐富，細節精巧。
【歷史與文化背景】
康熙朝是清代五彩瓷發展的鼎盛時期，因釉料中引入鐵、銅等礦物質，色彩更為鮮豔濃郁，素有「硬彩」之稱。本品「清仿明」款式，反映了清初崇古尚雅的社會風尚——康熙年間工匠常仿照明代永宣、嘉萬時期的經典品種，並融入本朝審美，形成獨具特色的藝術風格。「寄托款」的使用，既是對前朝工藝的致敬，亦暗含「盛世承古」的文化寓意，為研究清代早期陶瓷風尚提供了珍貴實物佐證。
【收藏價值與陳設建議】
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收藏意義：清康熙五彩瓷向為古董收藏市場熱門品種，本品器型經典、紋飾精美、款識清晰，歷經數百年保存品相良好，具有較高的歷史價值與藝術價值。
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陳設搭配：適合搭配中式木質博古架、書房案几或現代簡約空間，作為文化藝術陳列；亦可與其他明清瓷器、書畫、文玩組合，營造濃郁的東方文化氛圍。
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傳世價值：作為中國陶瓷文化的重要載體，本品承載了清代早期的工藝智慧與審美情趣，是傳遞東方文化、家族傳世的理想之選。
【藏品細節與保養須知】
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品相說明：器身整體完好，釉面輕微使用痕跡（符合古董特徵），無明顯剝釉、裂痕，色彩飽滿，繪工精細（詳見圖片細節）。
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保養建議：避免劇烈碰撞與溫度劇變；清潔時用軟布輕拭，避免化學清潔劑；陳設於乾燥、通風處，遠離陽光直射與潮濕環境。
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