Detail from The Canal, Amsterdam, 1889, James McNeill Whistler, The Hunterian, University of Glasgow

 

Oviform Vase

Description


                    Oviform Vase, Glasgow Museums
Oviform Vase, Glasgow Museums

An oviform vase, lit from the left. The Thompson catalogue described this vase as one of three: 'Three Oviform Vases. A monster (supposed to be the dog "Foa") on rocks surrounded by waves, watching the movements of various birds; round the neck a castellated design; round the cover a running leaf pattern, above which is an eagle. Height, 8 inches.' 1

Notes:

1: Thompson 1878 [more] , p. 6 (cat. no. 21) repr. pl. 6.

Last updated: 17th March 2021 by Margaret