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Vase in the Shape of a Grain Measure (Zhadou) — Anonymous, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)

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Written by: Lars VolkovContributing Writer · Furniture & Decorative Arts
Asian Art · Catalogue no. 34944
Anonymous, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)

Vase in the Shape of a Grain Measure (Zhadou)

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Artist / MakerAnonymous, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
Date1127–1279
Culture / OriginChina, Zhejiang province, Longquan region, Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)
Mediumgreen-glazed porcelaneous stoneware, Longquan ware
DimensionsDiameter: 8.4 cm (3 5/16 in.); Overall: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)
DepartmentChinese Art
TypeCeramic
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