Compressed Spherical Bowl ("Alms Bowl")
Unknown
Song dynasty (960–1279)
Medium
Marbled earthenware with clear glaze
Dimensions
H. 6.4 (2 9/16 in.) diam. 10.6 cm (4 3/16 in.)
Classification
vessel
Department
Arts of Asia
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
193051
About the Artist
Unknown
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