Bowl

approx. 1200-1300

Asian Art Museum
San Francisco, United States

The overall shape of this piece resembles hats worn by farmers in southern China. This shape was increasingly popular in the Song period and was produced in volume at kilns in Jiangxi. The mold stamped decoration shows a lotus flower in various stages of opening.

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Details

Title: Bowl
Date Created: approx. 1200-1300
Location Created: China; Zhejiang province
Physical Dimensions: H. 2 5/8 in x Diam. 6 1/2 in, H. 6.7 cm x Diam. 16.5 cm
Rights: Public Domain
Medium: Glazed high-fired ceramic
Credit Line: Asian Art Museum, The Avery Brundage Collection, B60P120+

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