Jug
(early 13th century)
Medium
earthenware
Measurements
16.0 × 10.4 cm diameter
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Felton Bequest, 1966
Gallery location
Not on display
Artwork Details
Physical description
Light buff body, mouth pinched to form lip, monochrome turquoise blue glaze, iridescent traces.
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