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Water Bottle in form of Hotei's Bag, Fan and Jewels

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

White porcelain object resembling a bag with a gathered top, secured by a dark cord with a buckle. The object sits on an oval base and features various black designs, including a fan and jewels. A small tube-like object protrudes from the bottom. The object represents "Hotei's Bag".

Artwork Details

Date
1820
Medium
Faience decorated in colored enamels and gold (Satsuma ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 489 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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