Lidded Pot

anonymous, c. 1620 - c. 1640

On the body of the pot are small unglazed figurines. They represent the Eight Immortals, legendary figures in Taoism, who feature in many wondrous Chinese tales. The jar was meant for making offerings on a Chinese altar. In the 17th century a number of these vessels found their way to the Netherlands as rarities. Amalia, Stadtholder Frederick Henry’s consort, also had one.

  • Artwork typepot
  • Object numberAK-MAK-563
  • Dimensionsdiameter 9.8 cm, height 16.5 cm, diameter 14.5 cm
  • Physical characteristicsporselein met onderglazuur blauw