Tea caddy (chaire)

early 17th century
Not on view
Returned to lender
This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • 織部茶入
  • Title: Tea caddy (chaire)
  • Period: Momoyama period (1573–1615)
  • Date: early 17th century
  • Culture: Japan
  • Medium: Stoneware with underglaze iron-oxide decoration (Mino ware, Oribe type)
  • Dimensions: H. 4 1/8 in. (10.5 cm)
  • Classification: Ceramics
  • Credit Line: Lent by John C. Weber Collection
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art