Covered Box

Maker Vietnamese

DateLe-Mac Dynasty (1428-1682), 16th century

Made/manufacturedVietnam, Asia

MediumPorcelain

Dimensions2 x 3 x 3 in. (5.1 x 7.6 x 7.6 cm)

ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment

Credit LineGift of Don Q. Vining, M.D.

Object number1989.13.246

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DescriptionFlat-topped straight sided octagonal box with lid, flat base. White clay body, cobalt blue underglaze, clear glaze except on lower edge & inner side of lid, also on lid flange & base of bottom. Outside: continuous diaper pattern (petal-work) alternating with floral motif around outer edge of flat lid serves as outer border of 2 circular parallel lines enclosing 8 petaled flower w/leaves. Sides of lid has 8 lotus panels with alternating flower & floral motif which extends downward onto base of box. One line serves as border near base.