A large stoneware ewer with celadon glaze, in the shape of a celestial goose (Hamsa) with a kneeling celestial rider who wears a crown and holds two lotus buds on a large bird. Rider formed separately and applied. Tail, wings, neck and head beautifully modeled.

Celestial Goose (Hamsa) Shaped Pitcher with Riding Kneeling Celestial Holding Lotus Buds

Thailand

Sukothai (13th-15th centuries), About 1400

  • Titles Celestial Goose (Hamsa) Shaped Pitcher with Riding Kneeling Celestial Holding Lotus Buds (Descriptive)
  • Medium glazed stoneware, Sawankholok ware
  • Dimensions 10 1/4 x 7 in. Diam. (26 x 17.8 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Dr. and Mrs. M. Bruce Sullivan, 1977.245
  • Work Type ewer
  • Classification Containers
  • On View

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