Bowl, Arabesque in overglaze enamels, Jingdezhen ware, Ming dynasty, 16th century, China (Gift of Dr.Yokogawa Tamisuke)
Japanese Archaeology and Special Exhibition (Heiseikan) Thematic Exhibition Room
September 9, 2008 (Tue) - October 19, 2008 (Sun)
This thematic display features imported fabric known as Hikone Sarasa and porcelain from the Jingdezhen Kiln of China, which were imported to Japan during the Momoyama (1573-1603) and Edo (1603-1868) periods and appreciated by tea masters.
Current exhibit includes:
Bowl, Arabesque in overglaze enamels, Jingdezhen ware, Ming dynasty, 16th century, China (Gift of Dr.Yokogawa Tamisuke)
Batik from the Collection of the Feudal Family of Hikone Territory 17th - 18th century