Water Pitcher, n.d.
     Hand painted milk porcelain, 9 1/4" h
     Gift of Mrs. Della Bundy Taylor
     In memory of her parents,
     Attorney & Mrs. James F. Bundy, 1962.

     Lakshimi (Waterbearer), n.d.
     Carved ivory on wood pedestal, 15 1/4" h
     Gift of Dr. M. Morton Young, 1987

 
Far Eastern and Decorative Arts Collection

Vases, bowls, cups, pitchers, and plates describe the scope of unique items that form the decorative arts collection. Fine porcelains and ivory carvings, as well as ceramic pottery and glassware created by many different ethnic groups, offer a diverse selections for viewing. In addition to this grouping, works from the Far East which include a handsome collection of 13th century figurines made of celadon glaze on gray clay from Siam, offer a wonderful opportunity to study from this period of art history.
   

 
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