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early 8th century · Earthenware with three-color (sancai) glaze · Asian Art

Cobalt, a mineral that produces a brilliant blue color, was first introduced to China from West Asia in the early eighth century. It was quickly used in ceramics both in single color glazes and as an addition to the three-color glazes of the Tang dynasty.

Artist

Unknown

Date

early 8th century

Medium

Earthenware with three-color (sancai) glaze

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, 2007