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Kakiemon bowl in fluted shape of open chrysanthemum flower

Kakiemon bowl in fluted shape of open chrysanthemum flower

late 17th century

Japanese

The alternating motifs of sixteen-petalled chrysanthemum and paulownia crests inside this elegant bowl are auspicious for their associations with the Japanese Imperial family. The phoenix, with its dramatically curved tail feathers, carries imperial associations as well, while the plum and bamboo on the bowl's exterior are symbols of forbearance.

Arita ware, Kakiemon-type porcelain with molded decoration and enamel
3 1/16 x 8 9/16 in. (7.8 x 21.8cm)
Eugene Fuller Memorial Collection
69.46
location
Not currently on view

Resources

Exhibition HistorySeattle, Washington, Seattle Asian Art Museum, "Live Long and Prosper: Auspicious Motifs in East Asian Art", May 23, 2009 - February 21, 2010

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