Page 256 - The art of the Chinese potter By Hobson
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Bowl with gently rounded sides and narrow, low base.
The rim is shaped in six foliations, and six compartments are
faintly suggested on the exterior by engraved lines. Fine
white porcellanous ware with ivory white glaze showing " tear
stains " under the base. The mouth-rim is raw and bound
with metal. Inside the bowl is a boldly carved lotus design
with a bud in the middle and flowers and foliage on the sides.
Two views of the bowl are given so that the general shape as
well as the interior decoration can be realised. The quality
of this specimen is rather exceptional and shows the Ting
ware at its best.
Pai Ting ware. Sung dynasty. D. 82".
In the possession of Mr. O. C. Raphael.
