Large Hand-Painted Fish Tank from China, 1900

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This large-format, hand-painted ceramic pot from China, made around 1900, is a magnificent example of the artistic aesthetics of Asian … Read more This large-format, hand-painted ceramic pot from China, made around 1900, is a magnificent example of the artistic aesthetics of Asian ceramics. with an impressive diameter of 42 cm and a height of 34 cm, the piece impresses with both its size and its detailed, colorful design.

The painted scene depicts a group of geishas in an idyllic garden with lush vegetation, lotus flowers, palm trees and a traditional pavilion in the background. The figures are depicted in fluid movements, each with individual facial features and finely crafted robes. The composition is decorated in lively colors and richly decorated with gold accents, which gives the pot a particularly elegant look.

Typical of this Raku ceramic is the fine crackle glaze, which gives the surface a special structure. Floral borders and ornamentally decorated elements harmoniously frame the scene and stylishly round off the sophisticated overall picture. See less