Ewer and cover with Ho-o Bird
Manufacturer
Kakiemon Kiln
(Japanese)
CultureJapanese
OriginArita, Japan
Datec.1680
MediumPorcelain with overglaze enamels
DimensionsOverall: 17.5 × 18.5 cm (6 7/8 × 7 5/16 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionA rare Kakiemon porcelain ewer and cover, the shoulders decorated in coloured enamels with a Ho-o bird in flight amongst stylized clouds and flames. Below is a band of peony flower heads and scrolling foliage. The reverse with pomegranates.
.The footrim with a double red band. The shaped top of the neck and cover with a simple cash motif in enamels. A simple loop handle finishes the design.
.The footrim with a double red band. The shaped top of the neck and cover with a simple cash motif in enamels. A simple loop handle finishes the design.
Credit LinePromised Gift from the Macdonald Collection
Object numberT15.2.87
Classifications
Asian CeramicsSub-classification
Japanese PorcelainCollections
Status
Not on view
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
ca.1740
Object number: G83.1.593.1-2
