Bowl with the Eight Buddhist Treasures. Culture: China. Dimensions: H. 5 5/8 in. (14.3 cm); Diam. 11 1/2 in. (29.2 cm); Diam. of foot 5 1/2 in. (14 cm). Date: 16th century.The objects supported by lotus stands at the center of this bowl illustrate a traditional grouping of eight "treasures"--among them an endless knot, a banner or flag, a conch shell, and a pair of fish--that were introduced with Buddhism and are often found in the later decorative arts. Here, the fish are repeated at the bottom of the bowl, while lotus blossoms, Buddhist symbols of purity, decorate the exterior. The prevalence of imagery associated with Buddhism and other religious practices in the decoration of cloisonné reflects the use of such goods in temples and palaces. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

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Bowl with the Eight Buddhist Treasures. Culture: China. Dimensions: H. 5 5/8 in. (14.3 cm); Diam. 11 1/2 in. (29.2 cm); Diam. of foot 5 1/2 in. (14 cm). Date: 16th century.The objects supported by lotus stands at the center of this bowl illustrate a traditional grouping of eight "treasures"--among them an endless knot, a banner or flag, a conch shell, and a pair of fish--that were introduced with Buddhism and are often found in the later decorative arts. Here, the fish are repeated at the bottom of the bowl, while lotus blossoms, Buddhist symbols of purity, decorate the exterior. The prevalence of imagery associated with Buddhism and other religious practices in the decoration of cloisonné reflects the use of such goods in temples and palaces. Museum: Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, USA.

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