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Islamic-type Candlestick

CultureChinese
OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi, China
PeriodMing dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-1424)
Datec.1403-1424
MediumPorcelain with underglaze cobalt blue
DimensionsOverall: 15.3 x 9 cm (6 x 3 9/16 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionChinese candlestick, blue and white top section of an altar candlestick with octagonal nozzle of Islamic metal ware form. The upper section is painted with petal lappets flanking a key-fret band, and two diaper bands above a chrysanthemum scroll band.
Credit LineThe Robert Murray Bell and Ann Walker Bell Collection of Chinese Blue and White Porcelain
Object numberG01.2.1
Classifications
Asian Ceramics
Sub-classification
Chinese Porcelain
Status
On view
Photographer: Toni Hafkenscheid
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