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Chestnut Jar with Saucer

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Date: c. 1700 - c. 1720
Medium: glaze, cobalt (mineral), gold (metal), porcelain
Culture: Japan
Institution: Rijksmuseum

This type of vessel is traditionally called a ‘chestnut jar’ because, amongst others, roasted chestnuts were served in it. This vessel was made to order for a European client and to a European design. The knob in the shape of an eating squirrel fits in nicely with the jar’s function, although the creature is probably munching on grapes.

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