Plat, M.C. 2018-178(1), Entre 1700 et 1868

Production date: between 1700 and 1868 dating in century: 18th-19th century type(s) of object(s): ceramic, japan name(s): dish materials and techniques: stoneware, enamel (metal technique) place(s) of execution/production: japan dimensions - artwork: height: 5. 4cm diameter: 27. 5cm description: this type of dish called ishizara (lit. "stone dish") is made using a solid sandstone with a light coating, the decoration of which is marked by the use of iron oxide and cobalt blue. Painted in a very stylized manner, the motifs, often auspicious, are mainly inspired by nature. They display a supple and refined style, as shown by this dish decorated with three flowers, the species of which it is difficult to determine, admirably arranged in relation to the hemispherical shape which characterizes this type of tableware with thick walls and an inverted and flattened edge. Mode of acquisition: legacy name of donor, testator, seller: preston, harley hall institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 2018-178. Date: Entre 1700 et 1868.