Cloisonne Enamel Gourd-
shaped Flask 
Ming Dynasty
(A.D. 1368-1644)
Height           24.5cm
     This flask has a 
blue ground.  The rounded 
upper part is decorated 
with lotus motifs, while 
the flattened lower part 
is decorated with prunus, 
deer, bamboo and rock 
motifs.  The mouth and 
the two handles are gilded.