Object Notes

Molded in relief, white prunus blossoms adorn red bodied vessels Wedgwood named "rosso antico," which translates to "antique red." Created from clay colored with iron oxide, this rare tea service imitates red Chines Yi-Xing (Hsing) ceramic vessels that were a popular import in England begin

Underglaze blue-printed botanical designs like the ones seen on this chop plate were popular with the American consumer in the last decade of the 19th century due to the never-ending appeal of Chinese ceramics.

Eros, the Greek god of love, is shown as a beautiful youth with both male and female characteristics. The figure was originally part of a lamp holder and would have had an oil lamp on the tendril he holds in an outstretched hand.

Designed at the height of classical style in Athens, this red-figure vase combines movement and monumentality in the main scene, reflecting the influence of contemporary sculpture.

Striding fearlessly above the waves of the ocean of blood that symbolizes the world with its endless rounds of birth, sickness, aging, and death, Simhavaktra looks forward with her wide, bulging eyes, her large lion nose, and mouth filled with long, sharp fangs.

The qatar, a two-handled dagger used for stabbing with force, is often illustrated in Indian miniature paintings as part of the typical attire of warriors and rulers.

Enameled gold jewelry was popular from at least the 16th century onward in north India, and the best-known center of production is Jaipur in the modern state of Rajasthan.

Enameled gold jewelry was popular from at least the 16th century onward in north India, and the best-known center of production is Jaipur in the modern state of Rajasthan.

Enameled gold jewelry was popular from at least the 16th century onward in north India, and the best-known center of production is Jaipur in the modern state of Rajasthan.