Bittersweet Peking Maiping Vase in Coral Orange by Currey & Company

Currey & Company's Bittersweet Peking Maiping Vase is a captivating blend of traditional form and masterful glass artistry. Inspired by classic Chinese ceramics, the maiping silhouette is known for its elegant curves and narrow mouth, originally designed for storing precious liquids like wine. In this contemporary interpretation, the vase is crafted from layered glass through a demanding process of blowing, carving, and multiple dips, resulting in a surface rich in depth, texture, and luminous color.

The striking deep coral orange finish is steeped in cultural significance. Once a prized hue during the Ming Dynasty, it symbolized fire and desire and was reserved for objects of high status within the imperial court. Its vibrant brilliance made it a standout in palace decor, and that same visual impact carries through in this modern piece.

Fully watertight, the Bittersweet Peking Maiping Vase can be used as a vessel for floral arrangements or displayed on its own as a sculptural accent. It brings a sense of historic luxury and handcrafted beauty to interiors, making it an exquisite addition to both modern and traditional settings.

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Currey & Company, known today for its vibrant collection of lighting products, started its existence in 1988 as a purveyor of historic garden furnishings. When Robert B. Currey founded Garden Source Furnishings, the main focus of the company was the creation and marketing of classic garden furniture from the Winterthur Museum and the Smithsonian Institution. These collections were joined by a very American collection of garden whimsies, birdhouses and rustic twig furniture. Some lighting products were among these first offerings and by the early 1990?s the lighting category had become very important. Accordingly, the name of the company was changed to Currey & Company to embrace a new focus on products for the interior. Chandeliers and wall sconces today form a significant part of the company?s business and these goods are characterized by the attention and detailing that goes into their manufacturing and finishing. Currey & Company brings to the marketplace merchandise that not only speaks of the touch of the human hand, but also utilizes a myriad of natural materials. Hand forged iron products have long been the specialty of the company, but the range of materials has been extended to include a variety of materials such as hand-carved wood, porcelain and brass. ?Currey International? has made it possible for the company to develop and produce a variety of unique hand made products and materials. One of these is concrete hand formed to create fashionable furnishings of ?faux bois.? Seashells and other natural materials also figure strongly in the Currey & Company product line.