Water Basin, late 18th century
Unknown artist, Chinaexpand_more
Jadeexpand_more
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Augustus L. Searleexpand_more 33.38.1a,b
On View in Gallery 210expand_more
This well-carved bowl, which is in the form of an open gourd, is adorned with beautifully carved high relief vines, leaves and bats. The work might have been intended as a brush washer but more likely served a purely decorative purpose as a display item.
Details
- Title
- Water Basin
- Role
- Artist
- Accession Number
- 33.38.1a,b
- Curator Approved
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