This multi-lobed ewer, in the form of a cherry blossom in cross section, is decorated with a continuous landscape, height 12.5cm, width 15.5cm, handle to spout.
1835 Inventory: “Japan Closet, Japan in the Glass case opposite the door(s), sic, Black Japan & Gold A Teapot”.
1867 Inventory: “Cabinets, No 88 Japan Closet, A black and gold japan teapot”.