Lion, Hirato ware19th century1 1/2 x 1 1/4 x 1 1/8 inches (3.8 x 3.2 x 2.9 cm)Porcelain with blue, brown, and white glazesGift of Carl A. Kroch, Class of 193587.048.0190Fiercely glowering, crouching lion in blue and brown glazes, gripping the white surface with extended claws. Its ribs are visible on its back, and it has a curly blue tail.Ceramics18593535195Unidentified artistJapan