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Small blue and white pot with illustrations of a woman and a boy, Early 20th century?

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Reference Code: GBR/1928/NRI/NRI2/8/13/2/8

Scope and Contents

The illustrations depict a boy holding a branch with leaves, skipping, while the woman is looking at him. They are situated in a environment with a tree and some plants, with a short fence at the back. The surface of the pot is uneven, with some holes on it, suggesting that it was probably produced in a folk kiln 民窑.

Dates

  • Creation: Early 20th century?

Extent

2 object(s) : Ceramic and wood

Immediate Source of Acquisition

Probably originally owned by Lu Gwei-Djen.

Dimensions

Vase: Height 11.7cm, Diameter 5cm
Wooden stand: Height 2.3cm, Diameter 7cm.

Repository Details

Part of the Needham Research Institute Repository

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