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Large Porcelain Fish Bowl
Large Porcelain Fish Bowl
Large Porcelain Fish Bowl

Large Porcelain Fish Bowl

Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: porcelain; overglaze enamels, multi-colour
DimensionsOverall: 48 x 54 cm Base: 29.5 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGift of Hugh Gordon
Object number2009.021.001
DescriptionLarge bowl is rounded, tapering slightly to the base and with a flattened rim. The exterior, is glazed white with multi-coloured overglaze enamel motifs of flowers and butterflies as well as raised relief elements of flower vases, flowers, fruit and insects. Bands of lattice-like patterning interspersed with inclusions of flowers, fish and butterflies, occur at the neck, rim, and at the base. The interior is glazed white with depictions of goldfish and water plants.
Status
Not on view