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Vase with cranes and tortoise

Vase with cranes and tortoise
(late 19th century-early 20th century)

Medium
earthenware, gold, enamel (Satsuma ware)
Measurements
30.3 × 16.0 cm diameter
Place/s of Execution
Japan
Inscription
inscribed in gold and brush above outside rim of base (in Japanese characters): (mark of ofiicial seal)
Accession Number
2137-D3
Department
Asian Art
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Felton Bequest, 1921
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Gallery location
Not on display
Physical description
Round body narrowing to flared foot and mouth. Scene with tortoises in ocean and flying cranes. Satsuma ware.