Bassin, M.C. 2018-131 (2 of 4), between 960 and 1279

Date of production: between 960 and 1279 type(s) of object(s): china, ceramics, domestic life name(s): receptacle or container materials and techniques: stoneware, celadon, molded decoration (ceramic), added decoration (ceramic) place(s) of execution/production: longquan dimensions - artwork: height: 3. 8cm diameter: 6cm description: small basin whose bottom is decorated with two fish in relief applied under the cover. It rests on a low annular foot whose lower edge is uncovered. The exterior wall is decorated with molded upright lotus petals. Themes / subjects / places represented: animal representation, fish mode of acquisition: legacy name of donor, testator, seller: preston, harley hall date of acquisition: 2017 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 2018-131. Date: between 960 and 1279.