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Green-glazed ewer and cover

Title

Year/Period

10th-12th centuries

Region

China

Object Type

ewers (vessels)

Material

ceramic (material)

Technique

glazing (coating process), pottery techniques

Dimension

Gross measurement: H: 24.3,
x W: 17.5,
x D: 12.5cm

Accession No.

2011-01613

Collection of

Asian Civilisations Museum

This pottery ewer presents a blend of stylistic influences. The sharp angle where the shoulder meets the sides of the vessel and the strap handle suggests that this was a metalwork form adapted for ceramics. The form of this ewer was popular in north China during the period. The rich green glaze would have been favoured during the Liao period (916-1125) or in the Song (960-1279) popular market.