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Square Jar with Birds and Flowers (lid)
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This lidded square jar was likely paired with a complementary yet nonidentical mate. The pine tree, plum, and bamboo together form the frequently depicted motif known as the Three Friends of Winter (<em>shōchikubai</em>), so named because of their hardy perseverance in the cold. Each side also features a pair of birds, including cranes on one face and pheasants on another.
| Artist / Maker | Japan, Edo period (1615–1868) |
|---|---|
| Date | late 1600s |
| Culture / Origin | Japan, Edo period (1615–1868) |
| Medium | Porcelain with overglaze color enamels and gold (Hizen ware, Kakiemon type) |
| Dimensions | Overall: 27.8 x 11.6 cm (10 15/16 x 4 9/16 in.) |
| Department | Japanese Art |
| Type | Ceramic |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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