This is a jar with a jar that was used as a ritual vessel in the Yue ware, but the lid is not removable and is completely attached to the body.
It is not something that stuck by chance during firing, but was intentional, and it is also possible that something was put inside and fired as a ritual vessel.
The side of the jar is decorated in the shape of countless flames, giving it a horrifying atmosphere.
The celadon of Yue ware has an elegant olive-tinged color, and in the Northern Song Dynasty, it becomes bright green like this item.
| Title | Yue ware Celadon Ritual Pot and Cover |
|---|---|
| Period | Northern Song dynasty(960 – 1127) |
| Culture | China |
| Area/Kiln | Yue ware |
| Dimensions | H. 5 2/7 in. ; W. 6 5/16 in. |
| Classification | Ceramics |
| Glaze | Celadon |
| owner | WD Collection |
| Number | 000095 |
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