Vase 1820 - 1840

This 19th century ceramic vase by Minzan, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is an example of Japanese pottery. The vase is shaped like a bamboo stalk, with a cylindrical body and a base that resembles two shoots of bamboo. The glaze, characterized by a speckled, dark green color, is typical of the style of the time. The vase’s form and glaze make it a beautiful and interesting example of Japanese ceramics.