Famille Noire
This porcelain vase features intricate designs of flowers and birds perched on branches against a black background. "Famille Noire" is the term used to describe a type of Chinese porcelain produced during the Qing Dynasty, particularly in the 18th century. It is characterized by the use of black glaze as a foundation for applying bright and delicate patterns. The name comes from French, directly translating to "black family" or "black group," which refers to the predominant use of a black base in the design.
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Famille Noire porcelains typically feature vibrant designs in colors like green, red, blue, and yellow, distinguishing them from other "Famille" categories such as "Famille Rose," which focuses on pink, or "Famille Verte," which emphasizes green.
Famille Noire became highly popular in Europe and North America in the 19th century due to its luxurious and exotic appeal. These porcelains reflect the creativity and experimentation in Chinese ceramic art during the Qing Dynasty, a period of significant development in porcelain production.
In addition to Famille Noire, there are other "Famille" porcelains in different color palettes, such as "Famille Rose," which uses pink as the primary decorative color, "Famille Jaune," which emphasizes yellow, and "Famille Verte," which highlights green in its designs. There is also "Famille Bleue," which focuses on blue tones. The colors used in Thai Benjarong ceramics are also classified under "Famille Rose," often decorated with opaque overglaze, especially pink, similar to Chinese porcelains from the Yongzheng Emperor's reign during the late Ayutthaya period.
Lot 144
A Chinese famille noire vase painted with a design featuring flowers among rockery and colorful birds in flight
Style: Chinese
Dimensions: W 22 cm H 45 cm
Circa: 19th Century
Estimated Price: 80,000 - 100,000 THB
Starting Price: 42,000 THB