Ewer in the Form of a Bamboo Shoot

Provenance

Russell Tyson (1867–1963), Chicago; bequeathed to the Art Institute of Chicago, Oct. 15, 1964.

Ewer in the Form of a Bamboo Shoot

Goryeo dynasty (918–1392), mid–12th century

Accession Number

21986

Medium

Celadon-glazed stoneware with underglaze molded decoration

Dimensions

H. 23.1 cm (9 1/10 in) diam.(including spout) 22.1 cm (8 5/7 in.) Lid: H. 6.9 cm diam. 6.9 cm H.(without lid) 19.8 cm diam. 14.6 cm.

Classification

ewer (vessel)

Museum

The Art Institute of Chicago

Chicago, United States

Credit Line

Bequest of Russell Tyson