'Swatow'-type small round box and cover
CultureChinese
OriginChina
PeriodMing dynasty (1368-1644)
Datec.1570-1620
MediumPorcelain with underglaze cobalt blue
DimensionsOverall (G01.2.6.1-2): 4.5 x 6.3 cm (1 3/4 in., 6.3 cm)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionChinese porcelain box, possible Swatow, provincial blue and white and covered. It is circular form, with thick glaze and bubbles. It is loosely painted with chrysanthemum motif and scroll bands.
Credit LineThe Robert Murray Bell and Ann Walker Bell Collection of Chinese Blue and White Porcelain
Object numberG01.2.6.1-2
Classifications
Asian CeramicsSub-classification
Chinese PorcelainCollections
Status
Not on view
18th-19th century
Object number: G01.2.104a-b
Artist / Maker: Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
c.1760
Object number: G98.6.13