Accession Number1993/1.98
TitleJar
Artist(s)ChineseArtist NationalityChinese (culture or style)Object Creation Date220-589Medium & Supportstoneware with glazeDimensions 17 1/2 in x 14 7/8 in x 14 7/8 in (44.4 cm x 37.8 cm x 37.8 cm)
Credit LineGift of Domino's Pizza, Inc.Subject matterThis is a stoneware celadon jar of the Six Dynasties (220-589). High-fired glazed ceramics, especially celadons, developed rapidly during this time period and included a large variety of household, everyday wares. Jars such as this were made primarily for grain storage, and were placed in tombs to provide for the afterlife as well.
Physical DescriptionThis large storage jar with wide globular shoulders tapers to a narrow base and narrow neck with rim articulation. Four strap lug handles connect the rim to the shoulder. The upper two thirds is covered in a celadon glaze.
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Keywords
celadon (glaze)
ceramics (object genre)
funerary art
jars
stoneware (pottery)