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Shiwan Ware Crab Shaped Wall Vase
Shiwan Ware Crab Shaped Wall Vase
Shiwan Ware Crab Shaped Wall Vase

Shiwan Ware Crab Shaped Wall Vase

Artist (Chinese)
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: stoneware; glaze, enamel, red
DimensionsOverall: 10.7 x 19 x 6 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of the American Friends of Canada through the generosity of Carol Potter Peckham
Object number2006.014.068
DescriptionVase is in the shape of a crab, a rectangular opening at top (mouth area) with pincers aligned at either side. Circular perforation on back. There is on overall red glaze with black eyes.
Colour: red;black
Status
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