

Censer and Top in form of a Shishi
Black and white photograph of ceramic sculpture of a creature. The creature has a large head with an open mouth containing a dark interior. The head and neck are adorned with a ruff of curving protrusions resembling flames or waves. The body is covered in circular spots. There are large claws on the paws. A flame-like protrusion rises on top of the rear end of the creature. The creature faces left. A white background. The title of the image is Censer and Top in form of a Shishi.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1750
- Medium
- Porcelain decorated with enamels (Arita ware, Imari type)
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 545 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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