Celadon-glazed Stoneware Circular Box and Cover
Five Dynasties or Northern Song period, 10th century
Yue ware, Shanglinhu kilns, Zhejiang province
Yue ware was produced in the Shanglinhu kilns in Zhejiang province and was prized for the jade-like green glaze of its pieces. This box and cover is notable for its crisply carved lappet decoration resembling overlapping leaves.
Diameter: 8.1cm; Height: 6.8cm
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