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Ewer with Pheasant-Head Stopper

Ewer, with pheasant's head stopper. Pear-shaped body, with tapering short neck and short spout, on domed, spreading foot. The removable stopper, in the form of a pheasant's head, is modelled in full relief with carved details, the double strand handle is also modelled. Buff white porcelain with even, creamy-white glaze.

Date
8th century
In our collection
since November the 29th, 2011 up to now
Dimensions
12 x 6 3/4 x 6 3/4 in. (30.48 x 17.15 x 17.15 cm)
Location
G204
Medium
Xing ware Porcelaneous stoneware with clear glaze
Price
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Composition
iron76%
oxygen14%
cadmium10%