Bouteille, M.C. 2018-200 (2 of 3)

Dating in century: 17th century type(s) of object(s): ceramic, japan name(s): bottle materials and techniques: stoneware, glaze = covered place(s) of execution/production: japan dimensions - artwork: height: 23cm diameter: 14cm description: cylindrical bottle with brown lid and black dripping decoration. This bottle called funadokkuri, intended to contain sake, was used by sailors. 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. 2018-200. Date: Unknown.