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

Bulbous Pitcher With Makara Spout, Curled Handle, Flat Lid and Painted Floral Motifs in Underglaze Iron-Brown

Vietnam

13th-14th century

  • Titles Bulbous Pitcher With Makara Spout, Curled Handle, Flat Lid and Painted Floral Motifs in Underglaze Iron-Brown (Descriptive)
  • Medium glazed stoneware with underglaze iron decoration
  • Dimensions 6 1/2 x 6 in. (16.5 x 15.2 cm)
  • Credit Line Collection of the Art Fund, Inc. at the Birmingham Museum of Art; Bequest of William M. Spencer III, AFI.157.2010a-b
  • Work Type ewer with cover
  • Classification Containers
  • On View

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