Porcelain. Japan, 19th cent. to Meiji
Blue underglaze painting with water depiction, an island with buildings and mountain chain in abbreviated painting style. The vessel has a wreath around the mouth with with lateral, curved openings, as well as a vertical spout with offset rim. Blackish traces due to use of ink. Together with the painting - a typical Literati theme – indication of former usage.
HEIGHT 4,5 CM, DM 8 CM
From an old German collection specialized in Japanese ceramics