Kraak-type bowl
CultureChinese
OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi, China
PeriodMing dynasty (1368-1644)
Datec.1600-1640
MediumPorcelain with underglaze cobalt blue
DimensionsOverall: 9.8 x 21.5 cm (3 7/8 x 8 7/16 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionChinese porcelain bowl, blue and white kraak porcelain, with flaring foliate rim. The central medallion painted with a bird on a rock, with six panels of stylized elongated flower sprigs and feathers. The exterior has six panels of stylized good luck 'antiques' and rolled scroll motif, and divided by narrow panels.
Credit LineThe Robert Murray Bell and Ann Walker Bell Collection of Chinese Blue and White Porcelain
Object numberG01.2.33
Classifications
Asian CeramicsSub-classification
Chinese PorcelainStatus
On view
Artist / Maker: Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
c.1765-1770
Object number: G83.1.1146.1-2
