Ovoid Ewer with Flaring, Beak-Shaped Spout, Floral Medallion, and Zipper-like Band with Palmette

Ovoid Ewer with Flaring, Beak-Shaped Spout, Floral Medallion, and Zipper-like Band with Palmette

Tang dynasty (A.D. 618–907), 8th century · China

Stoneware with underglaze molded and applied decoration

Art Institute of Chicago · Medieval (500–1500) · CC0 · Bequest of Russell Tyson

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