Bottle with Floral Motif
Original Language Title色絵瓶
CultureJapanese
Datelate 17th century
MediumGlazed porcelain with enamel decoration (Hizen ware)
DimensionsOverall: 14 1/2 inches (36.83 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. George H. Bunting Jr.
Object number76-37
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Gallery LabelKakiemon is a special type of delicately enameled porcelain produced at Arita, Japan’s premier porcelain production center. Kakiemon derives its name from the beautiful red persimmon (kaki) enamel color perfected by the Arita potter Sakaida Kizaemon (emon), whose descendants have perpetuated his artistic lineage into the present. The finish was enhanced by a special glaze that rendered the background a milky white color.
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