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Large Martaban Jar with Dragons and Geometric DecorationLate Ming dynasty, about 1550-1644

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Geffen Galleries, Earth and Water
Tall ceramic storage jar with amber-brown glaze, ovoid body, rolled rim, four small loop handles at the shoulder, and incised decorative bands with circular medallions and scrolling cloud motifs

Unknown, Large Martaban Jar with Dragons and Geometric Decoration, Late Ming dynasty, about 1550-1644, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Horowitz, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA

Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
Large Martaban Jar with Dragons and Geometric Decoration
Culture
Chinese
Place Made
China
Date Made
Late Ming dynasty, about 1550-1644
Period
Late Ming dynasty
Medium
Wheel-thrown stoneware with incised decoration and brown glaze
Dimensions
Height: 31 1/2 in. (80.01 cm); Width: 19 1/2 in. (49.53 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. E. R. Horowitz
Accession Number
M.77.59.1
Classification
Furnishings
Collecting Area
Chinese and Korean Art