Cockerel
CultureJapanese
OriginArita, Japan
PeriodEdo Period (1603-1868)
Date1700-1725
MediumPorcelain with overglaze enamels
DimensionsOverall: 17.8 x 19.3 cm (7 x 7 5/8 in.)
MarkingsNone
DescriptionArita model of a Cockerel, standing on a leaf applied with foliage and a worm. Its head is turned to the right and the comb, wattle and feathers are enamelled in iron-red. The wings and tail are picked out with various colours, and the gilt open beak is holding a seed.
Credit LineThe Macdonald Collection
Object numberG05.11.16
Classifications
Asian CeramicsSub-classification
Japanese PorcelainKakiemonCollections
Status
On view
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1729-1730
Object number: G83.1.660
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1725-30
Object number: G12.17.1a-b
Artist / Maker: Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
c.1725-30
Object number: G12.17.2a-b
