A JIZHOU CONICAL LEAF-DECORATED BOWL

A JIZHOU CONICAL LEAF-DECORATED BOWL

SOUTHERN SONG DYNASTY (1127-1279)

The bowl is of flared, conical form, and the interior bears the imprint of a large leaf, fired to a yellowish-buff and pale brown color, in contrast to the matte glaze of dark brown color which covers the interior and exterior, where it ends in a line above the foot to expose the off-white ware.

5 7/8 in. (14.8 cm.) diam., cloth box