Small fragment of wall of sagger (now consolidated with FSC-P-518)

Detail of a pattern
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At A Glance

  • Period

    late 16th century
  • Geography

    ogama kiln, possibly Ogaya district, Kani city, Gifu prefecture, Japan
  • Material

    Stoneware with ash glaze
  • Accession Number

    FSC-P-523
  • EDAN ID

    edanmdm:fsg_FSC-P-523

Object Details

  • Description

    Small fragment of wall of sagger. Green ash glaze on exterior surface. Pronounced throwing marks.
  • Collection

    Freer Study Collection
  • Origin

    ogama kiln, possibly Ogaya district, Kani city, Gifu prefecture, Japan
  • Type

    Tool and Equipment
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