L600mm, China
A wrapped around skirt of the Miao tribe.
The Miao tribe made their own costume, fabric from scratch.
Starting from the plant, making threads, weaving, wax resist painting, dyeing, making a costume.
Please watch this amazing documentary about the Miao and the hemp, it is a million time better than I can describe in words.
DIA150xH40, China
A flat dish with a spout.
This is one of the items in the shop that I have problem finding out its use.
Spout – suggest the use for pouring out liquid, powder or beads?
Blue and white under glaze – suggest a clear liquid (verse ink) so pattern can be appreciated?
Heavy & flat – suggest not intended to be handle often (unlike a teapot)?
If anyone has any idea how this item was intended to be used, please let me know!
If you are interested in solving puzzles, check out the other curious items; A Jade Tool, Paper Lacquered Tray.
Now back to the pattern; clouds and crane. It is a popular ceramic pattern, it is believe that the crane is a mythical bird and symbolizes longevity.
W60xL330xH30mm, China
Mountain Folkcraft 