Chrysanthemum Petal Bowl
Song dynasty (960-1279)
Glazed ceramic
Gift of Carroll and Susanne …

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Bowl

ClassificationsFurnishings-Serviceware-bowls

Date960-1279 CE

Made AtLongquan, Zhejiang Province, China, Asia

MediumGlazed ceramic

Dimensions4 1/2 × 10 13/16 in. (11.4 × 27.5 cm)

Credit LineGift of Carroll and Susanne Barrymore

Object number91.48.2

DescriptionLongquan celadon is characterized by the subtle coloring that made it world famous. While it has a long history, beginning in the 3rd century, it is only in the Southern Song dynasty that this opaque bluish-green glaze, made mostly from wood ash, was perfected. Longquan celadon is one of the five famous celadons of the Song; the other distinct styles are Ru, Ding, Guan, and Jun. An intricate Chrysanthemum flower design adorns the center of this bowl.

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