Hand Blown Imperial Yellow Glass Lantern Vase (Landscape) — Artisanal Edition

Description

Imperial Yellow Hand Blown Glass: Royal Court Heritage

In Chinese glassmaking history, Imperial Yellow Glass (Ji You Huang, 雞油黃) represents the zenith of glass craftsmanship. First emerging in the Ming Dynasty and perfected during the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty, master glassblowers in Boshan were appointed by the Imperial Household Department (Zaobanchu) to produce these luminous vessels exclusively for the emperor.

Prized for its warm, golden fat luster, yellow was historically reserved for Chinese royalty. Today, this traditional hand blown glass technique carries a 500-year legacy, recognized on the Shandong Provincial List of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

The Lantern Vase Form: Qianlong Imperial Elegance

The Lantern Vase (also traditionally called the Winter Melon Vase or Denglong Zun) features a gracefully flared mouth, short refined neck, straight cylindrical body, and a gently flared foot ring.

Cultural & Feng Shui Symbolism:

• Flourishing Enterprise & Prosperity: The lantern shape symbolizes brightness, rising business fortune, and celebration.

• Peace & Protection (Ping’an): The word for vase in Chinese (Píng, 瓶) is a exact homophone for peace (Píng, 平), invoking safety and harmony for the entire family.

• Symmetrical Symmetry: The straight cylindrical form allows the molten glass to achieve uniform thickness and structural integrity during the hot-blowing process, making it the classic standard among imperial display wares.

1,300°C Hand Blown Glass Artistry & Hand-Engraved Landscape

Crafting a 40cm hand blown glass vase requires remarkable physical control and timing. Raw mineral glass materials are melted at temperatures exceeding 1,300°C, dipped, mouth-blown, and shaped before cooling.

Cold-Working Glass Engraving:

Once annealed over ten hours, skilled Zibo artisans perform nearly twenty cold-working steps—design tracing, rough grinding, fine engraving, and polishing. On this 40cm grand surface, master engravers execute sweeping mountain-and-water (Shanshui) compositions. The golden tones of the Imperial Yellow glass evoke the radiant glow of sunset over misty peaks and tranquil rivers.

Suitable Display Scenarios & Executive Gifting

With its imposing 40cm height and rich golden luster, this hand blown glass lantern vase elevates various prestigious environments:

• Main Entrance & Consoles: Placed on foyer cabinets or entryway display stands to welcome positive Qi and impress arriving guests.

• Tea Rooms & Executive Suites: Perfect as a refined cultural anchor for Neo-Chinese tea houses, corporate boardrooms, or private club lounges.

• Ceremonial Corporate Gifts: An extraordinary luxury gift for housewarmings, business grand openings, or milestone anniversaries.

BenecustCraft Artisanal Collection — Quality Made Accessible

This Imperial Yellow hand blown glass lantern vase belongs to our BenecustCraft Artisanal Collection. Crafted by dedicated Boshan master artisans, every piece maintains authentic hand-blown and hand-carved quality while remaining accessible in both production lead time and value.

Why This Piece Matters:

• 100% Hand Blown & Engraved: Mouth-blown at 1,300°C and hand-carved using 500-year-old Boshan glassmaking methods.

• Imperial Yellow Royal Luster: Authentic golden finish historically reserved for Chinese emperors.

• Classic Qianlong Lantern Form: Symbolizes business prosperity, family success, and peaceful harmony (Ping’an).

• Commanding 40cm Size: A substantial statement centerpiece perfect for pedestals, consoles, or curio shelves.

• Ready for Display: Shipped with custom protective packaging, ready to elevate any luxury interior.

Ordering & Delivery Policy

Each hand blown glass vase is individually mouth-blown and hand-carved. Please allow 2–3 business days for dispatch of ready stock. For custom commissions or out-of-stock items, hand-crafting and annealing take approximately 30–60 days. We will keep you updated with progress photos throughout production. Custom corporate gift packaging is available upon request—please contact our team for details.