An octagonal lidded dish. The long sides depict an Eagle with arrows in one talon and olive branch in the other, a red ribbon in his beak and a red, gold, and blue shield in front of his chest. The diagonal sides have rose sprays in red and gold. The border on the lid is highly ornamental in pink, orange, and blue.
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Tea Jar

Maker unknown

about 1850–90

Artwork Information

  • Title:

    Tea Jar

  • Artist:

    Maker unknown

  • Artist Bio:

    Chinese export for the American market

  • Date:

    about 1850–90

  • Medium:

    Ceramic

  • Dimensions:

    5 1/2 x 7 1/2 x 5 5/8 inches

  • Credit Line:

    Wichita Art Museum, Museum purchase, Burneta Adair Endowment Fund

  • Object Number:

    2016.1.390.2a,b

  • Display:

    Not Currently on Display