Description: This band consists of a repeating pattern of flowers each of which consists of two leaves, a stem, and circular bud. Stylistic Genre: The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative technique, color, and element. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd: Stylistic Genre Overglaze, handpainted   Interior/Exterior Location Decorative Technique Color… Read more »

Description: This classification should be used when small, unidentifiable portions of a Hatched band are present on a sherd. It is often the case that the decoration can be identified as a Hatched band but there is not enough present to name the exact Hatched band.  Hatched Band, unid. should be used in these cases…. Read more »

Description: Any literal depiction of rolled up paper. This example is one of many auspicious symbols within the “Hundred Antiquities” pattern. Stylistic Genre: The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative technique, color, and element. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd: Stylistic Genre Imari Interior/Exterior Location Decorative Technique Color Stylistic Element Motif… Read more »

Description: Any depiction of a vase. Vase does not need to appear to be ceramic. It must be oblong in shape and may hold flowers or other objects. Vase may or may not include a stand, as shown here. Stylistic Genre: The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative technique, color,… Read more »

Description: Any depiction of a book. Example image is one of the auspicious symbols found in “Hundred Antiquities” pattern. Stylistic Genre: The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative technique, color, and element. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd: Stylistic Genre Overglaze, handpainted Interior/ Exterior Location Decorative Technique Color Stylistic Element Motif… Read more »

Description: Any depiction of a book. Example image is one of the auspicious symbols found in “Hundred Antiquities” pattern. Stylistic Genre: The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative technique, color, and element. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd: Stylistic Genre Imari Interior/Exterior Location Decorative Technique Color Stylistic Element Motif Interior Base… Read more »

Description: Any depiction of a pig. Current examples include Chinese Porcelain tureen or other serving dish handles in the shape of pig heads. Stylistic Genre: The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative technique, color, and element. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd: Stylistic Genre Handpainted Blue Interior/Exterior Location Decorative Technique Color… Read more »

Description: Depiction of a fan made of palm fronds found on Chinese Porcelain. This element is one of many auspicious symbols often found in the “Hundred Antiquities” handpainted pattern. Stylistic Genre: The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative technique, color, and element. Cataloging Example for Depicted Sherd: Stylistic Genre Imari… Read more »

Description: Similar to Husk Chain Band 13, it is comprised of a chain of  stylized flowers on their sides: Unlike Husk Chain Band 13, these flowers have no “stem,” only radiating leaves with a “bloom” composed of three dots. The flower is repeated end to end. The two bounding bands are part of the band… Read more »

    Description: A band of spearheads comprised of “triangle” elements suspended from a single line, each comprised of mirrored scrolls forming the base of the triangle. The spearheads or points alternate with open circles in the “white space” between them. Stylistic Genre: The genre for this stylistic element depends on a combination of decorative… Read more »