Bulbous ewer with flat-topped cover, molded spout, spiral handle with floral design painted in underglaze-iron.

Bulbous-Bodied Pitcher with Curled Handle, Makara Spout, Flared Neck and Leaf-Lid Painted with Floral Motifs on Shoulder

Vietnam

13th-14th century

  • Titles Bulbous-Bodied Pitcher with Curled Handle, Makara Spout, Flared Neck and Leaf-Lid Painted with Floral Motifs on Shoulder (Descriptive)
  • Medium glazed stoneware with underglaze iron decoration
  • Dimensions 7 1/4 x 6 7/8 in. (18.4 x 17.5 cm)
  • Credit Line Collection of the Art Fund, Inc. at the Birmingham Museum of Art; Bequest of William M. Spencer III, AFI.52.2010a-b
  • Work Type ewer with cover
  • Classification Containers
  • On View

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