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White-glazed pot blends minimalism with refined decorations

Updated: Sep 19, 2025 www.chinaservicesinfo.com Print
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White-glazed pot with a tripartite overhead handle, Liao Dynasty, from the collection of the Shanxi Museum [Photo/provided to chinaservicesinfo.com]

This rounded white-glazed pot from the Liao Dynasty (916-1125) has sloping shoulders and a curved belly, standing on a foot ring. A round spout is placed on the upper part of the belly. A loop handle is attached to the shoulder. The front end of the handle splits into three prongs, and the lower end of each prong is affixed with a round floral motif. The back end of the handle is molded to resemble a cord, and its lower end is embellished with ruyi-shaped floral ornaments.

Unearthed in the suburb of Datong city, Shanxi province, this treasure of refined simplicity is housed in the Shanxi Museum.

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