Fine Art

Tang Sancai Jar

Period

Tang dynasty, 8th century

Origin

Henan or Shaanxi

Dimensions

Height 18 cm

A round-shouldered jar splashed in amber, green and cream lead glazes, the colours running as they melted in the kiln. Sancai of this kind was made for tombs; the present jar has the generous, slightly uneven life of a burial ware. Sold.