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9th century · Earthenware with painted decoration under transparent glaze (Changsha ware) · Asian Art

Produced in Hunan Province in the south, Changsha wares were among the first examples of Chinese ceramics to feature prominently in maritime trade. The parrots painted on the lid further illustrate international taste as these birds were originally imported into China from Indonesia.

Artist

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Date

9th century

Medium

Earthenware with painted decoration under transparent glaze (Changsha ware)

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Charlotte C. and John C. Weber Collection, Gift of Charlotte C. and John C. Weber, 1994