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Late 19th century

Covered Jar

Kinkōzan Sōbei VI

Japanese, 1824 - 1884

This vase shows the application of cloisonné enamels to a ceramic body. The innovative technique was relatively short-lived because of its complexity and the relatively dull surface appearance it produced.

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