Jar with short neck

Though having historical origins in the Central Plains in the beginning of the late Western Han, brown lead-glazed earthenware did not gain immense popularity until the sixth century. The increased numbers and shapes of everyday utensils, human figures, and animal models in brown lead-glaze during this time indicate their sudden appeal. Produced simultaneously with monochrome brown-glazed wares, vessels decorated with a combination of brown and other polychrome glazes were achieved by Tang potters. Gongxian in Henan was the primary kiln to produce brown-glazed wares as witnessed by sherds collected from the kiln ruin (Zhongyuan WW 1981.3: 16-22; CGK Zenshu 1983 vol. VII: fig. 147).