218 - JAPAN, Meiji period

JAPAN, Meiji period Kutani ceramic 'mizusashi' water tub Taking the form of a tub, the cylindrical body is surmounted by two straight uprights and a straight, horizontal handle. The whole is decorated in polychrome enamels in the "Kutani" style with an assembly of scholars conversing and drinking in an outdoor landscape. A "Fuku" mark under the base, accompanied by an artist's signature and Kutani mark. Height : 31,2 cm Width : 21 cm (One of the uprights restored with kintsugi)