Antique Chinese Langyao Flambé Glazed Vase Mark and period of Kangxi #5439

width: approx. 10.5cm (4 1⁄8in)
height: approx. 23cm (9 1⁄16in)
foot width: approx. 7cm (2 3⁄4in)
weight: approx. 570g

Langyao (Lang-yao) refers to a type of red-glazed porcelain produced at the Jingdezhen kilns in China during the Kangxi period of the Qing dynasty (1662–1722). Generally, the term denotes brilliant red-glazed wares modeled after the deep ruby-red glazes of the Xuande kilns from the Ming dynasty, known as "sacrificial red" or "ruby red." These wares often display rich crimson tones and are sometimes referred to as "peach blossom red" or "oxblood red." However, some pieces also exhibit greenish hues. The name "Langyao" derives from Lang Tingji, the Governor of Jiangxi Province at the time, who is said to have supervised their production. Similar reproductions were also made during the Yongzheng and Qianlong reigns.