Who created "Covered Jar with a Seated Dog"?

Covered Jar with a Seated Dog was created by Unknown in Northern Song dynasty (960–1127), late 10th/early 11th century.

When was "Covered Jar with a Seated Dog" created?

This artwork was created Northern Song dynasty (960–1127), late 10th/early 11th century.

Is "Covered Jar with a Seated Dog" in the public domain?

Yes, Covered Jar with a Seated Dog is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Covered Jar with a Seated Dog

Q: What medium is "Covered Jar with a Seated Dog"?

Covered Jar with a Seated Dog is Longquan ware; stoneware with underglaze mold-impressed and carved decoration.

Unknown

Northern Song dynasty (960–1127), late 10th/early 11th century

Medium

Longquan ware; stoneware with underglaze mold-impressed and carved decoration

Dimensions

31.7 × 15.1 cm (12 1/2 × 5 15/16 in.); Diam.: 15.1 cm (5 15/16 in.)

Classification

stoneware

Department

Arts of Asia

Museum

Art Institute of Chicago

Accession Number

21514

About the Artist

Unknown

The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...

Covered Jar with a Seated Dog

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