Vase in the Form of a Carp
Artist
Shiwan Ware
(Chinese)
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: stoneware;overglaze enamels, creamy white; underglaze, brown
DimensionsOverall: 28 x 13.5 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of the Council for Canadian-American Relations,ourtesy of Carol Potter Peckham
Object number2008.024.004
DescriptionVase is in the form of a carp resting on its tail which is flattened in a circular shape. Top opening is the mouth. Creamy white glaze is overall with some exclusions on the tail. Two circular eyes on either side are brown as are portions of tailColour: white; brown
Status
Not on viewShiwan Ware
Shiwan Ware
Shiwan Ware
Shiwan Ware
Shiwan Ware
Shiwan Ware
Shiwan Ware
Shiwan Ware
Shiwan Ware