Teapot

  This teapot, or ewer, has a black, lacquered background decorated with plum blossoms and pine branches in gold.  Both are symbols of good fortune.  Plum also represents early spring whilst pine is associated with the New Year and longevity.    
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NA
Collection :
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
Japan
Dimensions :
NA
Materials :
Lacquer
Location :
NA
Accession number :
1954.52.51, C2474
Copyright :
NA
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