A large studio ceramic jarMeiji era (1868-1912), late 19th century
Decorated in colored enamels and gilt over a clear glaze with poem cards illustrating the Rokkasen (Six Immortal Poets), each figure raised in relief and superimposed over another card inscribed with a poem, unsigned; the wide mouth fitted with a reticulated and silver-washed metal cover.
16in (40.7cm) high [excluding the cover]