Chunware; small blue bowl with red/ purple splotch; brown trim on rim; 5/8" wide lip; stored in box with L2004.359.1

Saucer bowl, Song dynasty, 13th century

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Jun ware of the Song dynasty (960-1279) are usually recognizable by their blue or purple glazes and seemingly random “splashes” of color, although these designs were usually applied with deliberation. The final effect is reminiscent of an abstract painting.

Details
Title
Saucer bowl
Role
Artist
Accession Number
2020.97.3
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Chunware; small blue bowl with red/ purple splotch; brown trim on rim; 5/8" wide lip; stored in box with L2004.359.1