Kraak Wine Pot
CultureChinese
OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi, China
PeriodMing dynasty (1368-1644), Wanli period (1573-1620)
Datec.1590-1610
MediumPorcelain, underglaze cobalt blue
DimensionsOverall: 20.3 x 14 x 16.5 cm (8 x 5 1/2 x 6 1/2 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionChinese porcelain Kettle or hot water pot, blue and white with lobed body and stepped arched handle. It has an 'S' shaped spout and a shallow domed lid with mushroom finial and flange with two bayonnet type protrusions for secure fit. It is painted in"pencilled" line with auspicious tassled "antiques" alternating with floral sprays.
Credit LineThe Robert Murray Bell and Ann Walker Bell Collection of Chinese Blue and White Porcelain
Object numberG01.2.24
Classifications
Asian CeramicsSub-classification
Chinese PorcelainStatus
On view
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