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Water dropper in the shape of a lotus pod
Water dropper in the shape of a lotus pod

Water dropper in the shape of a lotus pod

Place of OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China; Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province
Date1662-1722
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911), Reign of the Kangxi emperor (1662-1722)
MaterialsPorcelain with overglaze multicolor decoration
DimensionsH. 2 3/8 in x W. 4 1/2 in x D. 2 1/4 in, H. 6.0 cm x W. 11.4 cm x D. 5.7 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P1173
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
On view
Location
  • Gallery Location   Gallery 17
Text Entries

This elaborately sculpted water dropper in the shape of a lotus pod was used in preparing ink for writing or painting.  The seed pod serves as the body of the vessel while the stem serves as the spout and handle.

Subject
  • lotus