Chaire With Cranes

Japan, 19th century

Description
Chaire With Cranes
Ref. nº 301
Contact us
Period

Edo period, 19th century

Dimensions

H. 5 cm ; D. 8 cm

Materials

Inlaid stoneware with transparent cover

Description

The four cranes are arranged in pairs facing each other on either side of the small pot.
Turned ivory lid

This charming chaire is freely inspired by Korean Buncheong ceramics, as evidenced by the tones used, grey for the background and white and black for the inlay work of the birds.