The studded dragon handles give the impression of beasts drinking from this vessel. This type of amphora is believed to have been inspired by Persian silver ewers, illustrating the cosmopolitan tastes of the Tang court. This vessel is extremely rare, both for quality and condition, and for its pure monochrome color. The gray-white of the glaze allows the viewer to see that the jar is completely without production flaws. There are no contrasting glaze colors to obscure the imperfections that are often found on large containers such as this. Size: 14”H x 6 1/2”W
