One of a Pair of Blue and White Porcelain Covered Jars
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: porcelain; glaze, white; underglaze, blue;
DimensionsOverall (ht includes lid; lid: 20.2 cm dia x c.12 cm ht): 45 x 27.2 cm
Base (ht includes lid; lid: 20.2 cm dia x c.12 cm ht): 20.8 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineThe Murray and Ann Bell Asian Collection
Object number2010.042.032 a,b
DescriptionLarge baluster shaped jar has a bell shaped lid with a pointed knob at the centre. Both parts are decorated overall in blue and white designs of scrolling leaves and lotus flowers, the lids having peonies as well. The jar has a trefoil band on the neck, two ruyi bands on the shoulders and a band of light and dark blue vertical stripes on the high flaring base.Status
Not on view
Wedgwood
