Ivory Perfume Container
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: ivory
DimensionsOverall: 5 x 3.7 x 8.4 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of the Estate of Elizabeth Stewart
Object number2009.029.002 a-d
DescriptionFour part perfume container is elaborately carved with openwork designs with fish, flowers, fruits and fretwork etc. The central portion is a lenticular shape with two circular raised portions on either side at centre. There two pairs of slots on the sides of the container for hinging or closure.Status
Not on view
1500-1599
c.1900-1920
Shiwan Ware
