Box
Date18th century
OriginAsia, China
MediumEnamel on copper
DimensionsDiameter: 4 5/8"; OH: 2 1/2"
Credit LineGift of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, Jr.
Object number1979-138,A&B
DescriptionCircular box; cover comprises about 1/3 of height. White enamel ground decorated with a central circular reserve painted with Asian figures in a landscape. The central reserve flanked by four lobed reserves painted with landscapes on the curved sides that are interrupted by a cell pattern in light green, blue and rose. Body has similar decoration with four six-lobed reserves decorated with landscapes interrupted by a cell ground. The bottom of box as well as interior of white enamel with rose and leaves in the center.MarkingsNone
ProvenanceEx-collection: Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller III, Bassett Hall
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