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Ladle

Dateca. 1780
OriginAsia, China, Jingdezhen
MediumHard paste porcelain
DimensionsDiameter of bowl: 2 7/8"
Length overall: 13 7/8"
Credit LineGift of Murray F. Nimmo
Object number2013-135
DescriptionChinese export porcelain ladle with turned wooden handle.The circular bowl is opaque enameled on the exterior bottom with a floral spray in rose, purple, blue, yellow and green. Around the sides, four ruyi-head-shaped panels contain floral sprigs. The panels are formed of underglaze-blue foliate scrolls heightened in gilding. The interior bears a small sprig. Porcelain cuff is pierced on four sides to accept nails which hold the turned handle.
ProvenanceMurray F. Nimmo