Koryo, ca. 12th centurxi National Ireasure No 169, Height 33.6cm Diameter at mouth S7cm. Dameter sIt hasc 1 ) 9cm. Hong Tu-yong Coilection, Seoul

There are many examples of tall-necked vessels among Song Chinese wares, but this Koryo bottle is unsurpassed in its lines and stability The ribbing resembles bamboo stems, each of which splits into two at the base of the neck, enhancing the bottle's generous and refined form. The bluish-gray is crackled in areas.

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