Tea Caddy (Cha-ire)

Japan

Japanese (culture or style)porcelainasian art

Date

19th century

Medium

Glazed stoneware; ivory lid

Dimensions

H.: 8.8 cm (3 1/2 in.)

Museum

Art Institute of Chicago

Location

Chicago, IL

Credit

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel M. Nickerson

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