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New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2007.
Vase
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2007.
New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2007.

Vase

Artist Unknown
CultureJapanese | Satsuma
Date19th century
MediumPorcelain | Enamel | Gilt
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/8 in. (6 cm)
InscribedOn bottom, gold on black: see object
Credit LineGift of Dr. James C. Perry in Memory of Nancy Nash Perry
Object number36.8.246
Not on view
DescriptionFinely painted vase with gilt edged petals rising from foot, each containing different floral or diaper pattern. Black band with gilt borders and scrollwork is above, with wide band of many small boys playing in the widest register. Shoulders have a wide band of intricately patterned brocades (?) scattered about. Constricted neck with a black band, gilt mouth rim.

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