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A ceramic bowl with a wide rim, featuring geometric patterns in dark glaze, including triangles with vertical lines on the exterior and interior walls, and a swirling design in the center.
Bowl
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Bowl

Maker Thai Artist
Date14th-15th century
Place of originSukhothai, Thailand, Asia
MediumStoneware
Dimensions3 5/8 x 8 1/8 x 8 1/8 in. (9.2 x 20.6 x 20.6 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Don Q. Vining, M.D.
Object number1989.13.186
Collections
Visual DescriptionA ceramic bowl with a wide rim, featuring geometric patterns in dark glaze, including triangles with vertical lines on the exterior and interior walls, and a swirling design in the center.
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