Pair of Octagonal Blue and White Ashets
Datec. 1760
Object NameAshet
Mediumporcelain
ClassificationsCeramics
DimensionsOverall: Height: 3 cm, Length: 32.3 cm, Width: 23.7 cm
AcquisitionCochrane Collection, presented in 1995 with assistance from the National Art Collections Fund.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS024749
About MeProbably one of the most iconic forms of Oriental ceramic is blue decoration on a white porcelain background. Motifs whether figurative, foliate or abstract vary from each of the countries where the decoration originated including China, Japan and Korea.
Qing Dynasty, Yongzheng Period, 1722-1735
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