Bird-Shaped Lidded Jar

Cambodia, Khmer

Khmer empire (802-1431), 12th century

  • Titles Bird-Shaped Lidded Jar (Descriptive)
  • Medium glazed ceramic
  • Dimensions 3 1/2 x 3 1/4 in. Diam. (8.9 x 8.3 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Joseph W. Sewell, Jr., 1979.311a-b
  • Work Type vase with cover
  • Classification Containers
  • On View

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