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Bowl with brown mottling
Bowl with brown mottling

Bowl with brown mottling

Place of OriginJiangxi province, China
Dateapprox. 1100-1279
DynastySong dynasty (960-1279)
MaterialsStoneware with multicolor decoration (Jizhou ware)
DimensionsH. 2 1/2 in x Diam. 6 1/8 in, H. 6.4 cm x Diam. 15.6 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P1452
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
On view
LocationGallery 17
More Information
The glaze on this bowl is an example of a decorative effect known as “hawksbill tortoiseshell,” which was peculiar to wares produced at the Jizhou kiln in Jiangxi province. The gradual appearance of the design as the liquid was drunk added visual delight to the pleasures of tea drinking.