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Bishu ware, Clam

Date19th century
MediumPorcelain; Cobalt underglaze; Gold, red, green, black enamels
Dimensions1 3/4 x 2 1/4 x 1 inches (4.4 x 5.7 x 2.5 cm)
CultureJapan
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Carl A. Kroch, Class of 1935
Terms
  • Ceramics
  • Costume
  • Sculpture
  • Costume accessories
  • Netsuke
  • Cobalt underglaze
  • Porcelain
  • Enamels
  • Animals
  • Chrysanthemums
  • Clams
  • Flowers
  • Mollusks
  • Plant-derived motifs
  • Plum blossoms
  • Seashells
  • Shells
  • Japanese
Object number87.048.038
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