Exhibition Guide
Jar Decorated with Resist Motif
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Art Object Info
A resist technique, thought to have been inspired by Western resist-dyed textiles, used wax or powdered clay to separate glaze colors. Creating a design on the rounded surface of a jar using characteristically runny lead glazes was a notable achievement.
Medium:
Earthenware with green, amber, and transparent lead glazes over white slip
Size:
H: 7.5"
W: 8.6"
Date:
Early 8th Century
Julius Levy Memorial Fund BMA 1939.242
Art Object Info
A resist technique, thought to have been inspired by Western resist-dyed textiles, used wax or powdered clay to separate glaze colors. Creating a design on the rounded surface of a jar using characteristically runny lead glazes was a notable achievement.
Artist:
Ming Dynasty (1368–1644)
Medium:
Earthenware with green, amber, and transparent lead glazes over white slip
Size:
W: 8.6"
Date:
Early 8th Century
Julius Levy Memorial Fund BMA 1939.242