<em>Vessel with High Pedestal</em>, 5th-6th century. High-fired gray stoneware with traces of natural ash glaze, 11 1/2 x 12 in. (29.2 x 30.5 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Byung Kang, 2000.41. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: , 2000.41_PS11.jpg)

Vessel with High Pedestal

Medium: High-fired gray stoneware with traces of natural ash glaze

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Dates:5th-6th century

Dimensions: 11 1/2 x 12 in. (29.2 x 30.5 cm)

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Accession Number: 2000.41

Image: 2000.41_PS11.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
A high-fired gray stoneware bowl with a flaring mouth supported on a tall, trumpet-shaped, perforated base. Three bands of decoration embellish the surface of the vessel. Encircling the exterior of the bowl are three rows of wavy combed line, which were produced on the potter's wheel. The stand contains a rectangular open-work pattern. Such combed and open-work decoration is typical of Kaya period ceramics. Arrived with its own wood box. Conditions: Very good with minor repairs on rim.

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