Water Buffalo

Water Buffalo

Description: 

Depiction of a water buffalo, often found on Chinese porcelain. Often have large curved horns. Associated with “Boy on Buffalo” pattern.
Note: If unable to determine whether animal is a water buffalo, use “Animal, unid.”

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
Interior Base Painted, over free hand Red, Intense Medium Water Buffalo Scene Combination A
Interior Base Painted, over free hand Neutrals, Dark Water Buffalo Scene Combination A
Interior Base Painted, over free hand Neutrals, Dark Child Scene Combination A
Interior Base Painted, over free hand Unidentifiable Child Scene Combination A
Interior Base Painted, over free hand Neutrals, Dark Landscape/Hills Scene Combination A
Interior Base Painted, over free hand Gilt Landscape/Hills Scene Combination A
Interior Base Painted, over free hand Red/Yellow-Red, Muted Dark Landscape/Hills Scene Combination A