Decorative Ewer

This teapot shaped 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.

Lacquered objects would not have been used to hold boiling

liquid, so this object is not a teapot, despite its appearance.

Object no :

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Collection :

Creator :

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Place of Production :

Japan

Dimensions :

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Materials :

Lacquer

Location :

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Accession number :

1954.52.51, C2474

Copyright :

NA

2 Fmedia2 F11728862 F1954 52 51 a

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