Covered ovoid jar on attached base
11th-early 12th century
Description
Oblong ovoid jar with cover and attached stand; the jar with small mouth opening and attached to a foliate base supported on a short footring; the cover resembling a broad-rimmed hat with finial; white earthenware with variegated iron-brown and copper-green lead-fluxed glazes over incised, molded, and applique elements.
Dimensions
H. 27.3 x Diam. 17.5 cm (10 3/4 x 6 7/8 in.) (with cover)
Provenance
Stephen Junkunc III, Chicago (by 1978). [Chinese Porcelain Company, New York, October 1999], sold; to Walter C. Sedgwick Foundation, Woodside, CA (1999-2006), partial gift; to Harvard University Art Museums, 2006. Notes: 1. Stephen Junkunc III (d. 1978) 2. On long-term loan to Harvard University Art Museums from 2000 to 2006.
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