   
Hizen ware Lithograph, by Dulong, published 1875 A — Figure, of old Hizen porcelain, modelled in the characteristic garments of the well-to-do Japanese civilian, his single sword denoting that his rank is not high. Old Hizen figures of this character are very rare, with this figure belonging to a set of two which are the largest that have been noted. Height: 23½ inches. B B — Pair of jars, of late-period Hizen porcelain, richly decorated with birds, flowers, bands of diaper-work, and medallions containing landscapes, carefully painted in bright coloured enamels and gold. Height: 9¾ inches. C C — Pair of miniature temple-lamps, in old Hizen porcelain, covered with elaborate decoration, consisting of dragons, lions, diaper-work, and other conventional designs, executed in rich enamel colours and gold. These pieces were originally intended for the adornment of a private shrine, where every object was in miniature. Height: 16 inches.  |
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