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Small, pale green ceramic jar with a bulbous, rounded body. It features a short neck with a slightly rolled rim and mottled glaze, resting on a small, unglazed base.
Small Celadon Jar
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Small Celadon Jar

Artist Chinese Artist
DateMing dynasty (1368-1644)
Place of originLong Quan, Zhejiang, China, Asia
MediumStoneware
Dimensions2 1/2 x 2 7/8 x 2 7/8 in. (6.4 x 7.3 x 7.3 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Don Q. Vining, M.D.
Object number1989.13.37
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Visual DescriptionSmall, pale green ceramic jar with a bulbous, rounded body. It features a short neck with a slightly rolled rim and mottled glaze, resting on a small, unglazed base.

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