Unusual porcelain bowl in the shape of a double gourd with two separate compartments. The large section is for washing brushes; the small section may be used as a brush holder.

The outside of the large bowl is decorated in underglaze cobalt blue with pavilions in a landscape with mountains and a river. The upper rim is faceted and painted with cloud-like shapes. The outside of the smaller extension is decorated with stylized flowers. On the smaller gourd bulge is a small knob in the shape of a19-petaled chrysanthemum.

Hizen ware, Arita style, Japan, 19^th century

H 4 x L 10.5 x D 7 in.

Glaze crazing on outside and inside. The crazing on the inside is better visible due to usage.

Few short and thin glaze cracks from the edge of the larger vessel running down, otherwise fine condition