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Bowl

Place of OriginNorthern China
Dateapprox. 1100-1300
DynastySong dynasty (960-1279)
MaterialsHigh-fired ceramic with black glaze (Cizhou ware)
DimensionsH. 3 in x Diam. 5 3/4 in, H. 7.7 cm x Diam. 14.6 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P1569
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
On view
LocationGallery 17
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This bowl features decoration typical of daily utensils commonly made in northern China from the eleventh century onward. The bowl represents a type of ceramic production known as Cizhou ware, which is distinct for its particularly robust forms and decorations in strongly contrasting colors.