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Vessel with Ballplayer
Mexico, Yucatán, Maya (Chocholá) style (250-900)
1990.180CCCC0
Vase
Walter Crane (British, 1845–1915) and 1 other
2017.208CCCC0
Jar
Iran, Sasanian period, 3rd-7th Century
1944.459CCCC0
Four Seasons Vase
Viktor Schreckengost (American, 1906–2008) and 1 other
1932.964©
Fire-flame Cooking Vessel (Ka'en Doki)
Japan, Jōmon period (c. 10,500-300 BC)
1984.68CCCC0
Luster Bowl with Antelope
Egypt, Fustat (Old Cairo), Fatimid period (909–1171)
1944.476CCCC0
Short-necked Storage Jar
Korea, Bronze Age (1000–300 BCE)
1986.82CCCC0
Urn Figure Head Fragment
Mexico, Oaxaca, Zapotec
1990.275CCCC0
Jar with Loop Handle
Korea, Baekje kingdom (18 BC-660)
1997.188CCCC0
Court Lady with High Chignon
North China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1983.25CCCC0
Carved Vessel
Mexico, Campeche, Maya, Chocholá Style
1990.173CCCC0
Lidded Jar with Four Horn Lugs
Korea, Kaya period (AD 42-562)
1997.8CCCC0
Vessel
Japan, Yayoi period (c. 300s BC–AD 200s)
1989.69CCCC0
Vessel with Feline
Peru, South Coast, Paracas (Cavernas) style (700 BC-AD 1)
1948.477CCCC0
Platter
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.57CCCC0
Haniwa Horse
Japan, Kofun period (c. AD 300-710)
1957.27CCCC0
Dog
China, Eastern Han dynasty (AD 25-220)
1983.1CCCC0
Deep Vessel
Japan, Jōmon period (c. 10,500-300 BC)
1998.32CCCC0
Panel from Model Cooking Stove: Lancer Jousting with a Tiger
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1925.135CCCC0
Tomb Guardians
China, probably Shaanxi province, Xi'an, Tang dynasty (618-907)
2000.118CCCC0
Haniwa Figure of a Female
Japan, Kofun period (c. AD 300-710)
1962.39CCCC0
Female Figure
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style (100 BC-AD 700)
1997.184CCCC0
Figure of Demosthenes
Enoch Wood (British, 1759–1840)
2003.249CCCC0
Vase
Jacques Sicard (French, 1865–1923) and 1 other
1988.126CCCC0
Conch Shell Trumpet Vessel
West Mexico, Colima, Comala style (200 BC-AD 300)
1966.127CCCC0
Panel from Model Cooking Stove:  Vermilion Bird
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1925.136CCCC0
Vase Decorated with Sunflowers
John D. Wareham (American, 1871–1954) and 1 other
1984.10CCCC0
Deer Effigy Vessel
Mesoamerica, Maya style, Classic Period (250-900)
1997.60CCCC0
Panel from Model Cooking Stove:  Raven Flanked by Snake-Entwined Tortoises
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1925.139CCCC0
Jar with Horn-Shaped Handles
Korea, Silla period (57 BC-AD 676)
1991.137CCCC0
Vessel with Stirrup Spout
Peru, likely modern, inspired by the Cupisnique style
1968.192CCCC0
Headrest with Three Lions
China, Liao dynasty (916-1125)
2017.15CCCC0
Vessel with Two Lugs
Korea, Proto-Three Kingdoms period (100 BC-AD 300)
1999.91CCCC0
Plate
Mexico, Campeche, Maya
1990.182CCCC0
Basin with Feathered Serpent
Central Mexico, Teotihuacán style, Classic Period
1965.20CCCC0
Plate with a Portrait of a Gentleman
Italy, Ferrara, early 16th Century
1966.128CCCC0
Skyphos
probably Turkey, Roman, 1st Century
1989.149CCCC0
Burial Urn with Cover
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-AD 668)
1990.131CCCC0
Parrot
Zsolnay Factory (Hungarian)
1984.190©
Head
Mexico, Classic Veracruz, 7th-10th Century
1940.11CCCC0
Kero (Waisted Cup)
Bolivia, Cochabamba(?), Tiwanaku style, 400-1000
1963.476CCCC0
Figure in a Litter
Wari (Pachacamac) style, Middle Horizon, Epoch 2
1997.1CCCC0
Storage Jar with Loop Handles
Korea, Kaya period (AD 42-562)
1989.475CCCC0
Relief with Tiger from a Funerary Stove Model
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1925.140CCCC0
Relief with Rampant Tiger and Boar from a Funerary Stove Model
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1925.137CCCC0
Dog Head
Mexico, Gulf Coast, 6th-11th Century
1990.250CCCC0
Jar with Spiral Designs
Northwest China, Neolithic period, Majiayao culture, Majiayao phase (3300-2650 BC)
2004.64CCCC0
Bird-shaped Urn
Northwest China, Neolithic period, Majiayao culture, Banshan phase (2650-2350 BC)
2007.276CCCC0
Pair of Leather Bag-Shaped Flasks with Covers
Northeast China, Liao dynasty (916-1125)
2012.448CCCC0
Cocktails and Cigarettes Punch Bowl
Viktor Schreckengost (American, 1906–2008) and 1 other
2000.128©
Horse
China, probably Henan province, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1955.295CCCC0
Relief with Dragon from a Funerary Stove Model
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1925.138CCCC0
Woman Holding Plum Blossoms
North China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1987.13CCCC0
Vase
Lucien Lévy-Dhurmer (French, 1865–1953) and 1 other
1979.8CCCC0
Short-necked Storage Jar
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-AD 668)
1989.88CCCC0
Watchtower
China, Eastern Han dynasty (AD 25-220)
1989.71CCCC0
Jar with Horn-Shaped Handles
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-AD 668)
1997.186CCCC0
Cylindrical Vessel with Palace Scene
Mexico or Central America, Maya stye (250-900)
1967.203CCCC0
Bowl with Burden-Bearing Human
Southwest, Mogollon, Mimbres, Pre-Contact Period, 11th-12th century
1930.51CCCC0
Bowl with Pronghorn Antelope and Geometric Design
Southwest, Mogollon, Mimbres, Pre-Contact Period, 11th-12th century
1930.50CCCC0
Pedestaled Vessel with Incised Band Design
Korea, Proto-Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-AD 668)
1997.10CCCC0
Figure of The Water (Das Wasser) from the Female Heads (Frauenkopf) Series
Bimini Werkstätten (Austrian, Vienna, 1923–1955) and 1 other
1929.438©
Female Figurine
Mexico, Guanajuato, Chupícuaro
1990.142CCCC0
Female Figurine
Central Mexico, Tlatilco
1990.144CCCC0
Male Dog
West Mexico, Colima, Comala style (200 BC-AD 300)
1964.37CCCC0
Ewer
Saint-Porchaire (French)
1953.363CCCC0
Harpist
North China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1931.450CCCC0
Seated Figurine
Mexico, Gulf Coast, Huastec area (near Pánuco), 1st-8th Century
1966.17CCCC0
Portrait Head  Vessel
Peru, North Coast, Moche style (50-800)
1990.227CCCC0
Titans, Support for a Vase
Auguste Rodin (French, 1840–1917) and 1 other
1995.71CCCC0
Pedestal Bowl
Mexico, Cholula?, Mixteca-Puebla Style, 10th-16th century
1951.317CCCC0
Jar (Hu)
China, probably Henan province, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1989.15CCCC0
Bowl with Costumed Being
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style (100 BC-AD 700)
1949.561CCCC0
Vessel with Abstract Heads
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style (100 BC-AD 700)
1946.279CCCC0
Vessel in the Shape of a Figure
Peru, Central Coast, Chancay sytle, 12th-15th century
1992.231CCCC0
Two Artisans
Guatemala, Petén region, Maya style (250-900), Maya style (250-900)
1994.12CCCC0
Hunchback Seated on a Stool
Central Panama, Conte Style, c. 600-800
1998.115CCCC0
Head: Earth
Edris Eckhardt (American, 1905–1998)
1941.665©
Seated Figure Wearing a Skin
Mexico, Gulf Coast, 7th-11th Century
1990.246CCCC0
Box and Cover with Inlaid Phoenix Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1916.1186CCCC0
Seated Male Figure
Mexico, Jalisco, Zacatecas Style
1990.268CCCC0
Female Figurine
Mexico, Guanajuato, Chupícuaro
1990.138CCCC0
Male Figurine
Mexico, Guanajuato, Chupicuaro
1990.153CCCC0
Covered Jar
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1948.228CCCC0
"The Aristocrat" Covered Casserole Dish
Gale Turnbull (American, 1889–1962) and 1 other
2006.143©
Carved Bowl
Mexico, Central Highlands, Olmec, 1200-300 BC
1990.44CCCC0
Skull Vessel
Wari (Pachacamac) style, Middle Horizon, Epoch 2
1996.292CCCC0
Plate
Theodore Deck (French, 1823–1891)
1986.22CCCC0
Warrior Vessel
Peru, North Coast, Moche, Moche style (50-800)
1989.90CCCC0
Deep Plate with Hawk and Foliage
Byzantium, 12th century
1967.139CCCC0
Vessel with Oculate Being
Peru, South Coast, Paracas (Cavernas) style (700 BC-AD 1), 300 B.C. to A.D. 1
1998.70CCCC0
Jar
Japan, Yayoi period (c. 300s BC–AD 200s)
1984.26CCCC0
Lid for Bamboo Shoot-shaped Ewer
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1998.289CCCC0
Charger Depicting a Boar Hunt
Fontana Family (Italian)
1942.623CCCC0
Female Figurine
Mexico, Guanajuato, Chupícuaro
1990.139CCCC0
Animal Effigy Vessel
Costa Rica, Southern Nicoya region, Pataky Polychrome style, 11th-16th century
1997.3CCCC0
Vase
Edward Lycett (American, 1833–1910) and 1 other
1988.147CCCC0
Anthropomorphic Vase
Colombia, 6th-16th Century
1971.27CCCC0
Deep Plate with Hawk, Rabbit, and Foliage
Byzantium, 12th century
1967.138CCCC0
Bowl with Rabbit
Southwest, Mogollon, Mimbres, Pre-Contact Period, 11th-12th century
1930.45CCCC0
Bowl
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba-style maker
1994.89CCCC0
Jonah
Viktor Schreckengost (American, 1906–2008)
2010.3©
Figurine Head Fragment
Central Mexico, Teotihuacán style, Classic Period
1951.162CCCC0
Plate with the Arms of the Pucci Family
Francesco Xanto Avelli (Italian, 1487?–1544?)
1942.626CCCC0
Bowl with Rattle Base
Mexico, Cholula?, Mixteca-Puebla Style, 10th-16th century
1962.249CCCC0
Polo Player
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1964.181CCCC0
Charger Depicting a Chariot Race
Fontana Family (Italian)
1942.622CCCC0
Spouted Zebu Vessel
Marlik, Iran, c. 1000 BC
1992.245CCCC0
Plate Depicting Christ’s Passion
Painter of the Royal Procession (Italian)
1943.55CCCC0
Female Figurine
Mexico, Guerrero, Xalitla, Xochipala style
1993.203CCCC0
"Horned" Male (Dwarf?)
West Mexico, Colima, Comala style (200 BC-AD 300)
1991.20CCCC0
Deep Plate with Decorative Patterns
Byzantium, 12th century
1967.137CCCC0
Pharmacy Jar (Albarello)
Italy, Siena, 16th century
1965.553CCCC0
Llama Vessel
Peru, North Coast, Moche style (50-800)
1990.128CCCC0
Bowl with Geometric Design (Two-part Design)
Southwest, Mogollon, Mimbres, Pre-Contact Period, 11th-12th century
1930.38CCCC0
Vase
Emile Gallé (French, 1846–1904)
1990.45CCCC0
Lidded Jar with Horn Handle
Korea, Silla (57 BC-935) or Kaya (AD 42-562) period
1997.21CCCC0
Pharmacy Jar (Albarello)
Italy, Florentine region, Cafaggiolo
1941.550CCCC0
Pair of Saltcellars
the Patanazzi Family (Italian)
1945.126CCCC0
Pair of Pharmacy Bottles
Italy, Papal States, Faenza
1943.52CCCC0
Hittite Vessel with Four Scenes Molded and Carved in Relief
Eastern Turkey, Hittite, 15th-13th century BC
1985.70CCCC0
Bowl with Humans and Birds
Colombia, Highland Nariño region,Tuza style, 13th-15th century
1995.42CCCC0
Bowl with Geometric Design (Two- part Design)
Southwest, Mogollon, Mimbres, Pre-Contact Period, 11th-12th century
1930.44CCCC0
Figural Vessel
Mexico, Oaxaca, Zapotec
1990.276CCCC0
Cooking Vessel
Japan, Jōmon period (c. 10,500-300 BC)
1991.172CCCC0
Albarello Jar with an Aphorism
Central Asia, Samarkand, Samanid period (819–1005)
1996.298CCCC0
Jar with Curvilinear Designs
Northwest China, Neolithic period, Majiayao culture, Banshan phase (2650-2350 BC)
1930.332CCCC0
Court Lady with Tall Headdress:  Tomb Figurine
North China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1983.24CCCC0
Pilgrim Bottle
Italy, Papal States, Faenza
1923.914CCCC0
Vase, 78-5
Rick Dillingham (American, 1952–1994)
1997.293©
Plate with Arms of the Pucci Family
Francesco Xanto Avelli (Italian, 1487?–1544?)
1942.625CCCC0
Pharmacy Jar (Albarello)
Domenego da Venezia (Italian)
1920.421CCCC0
Albarello with Pseudo-Kufic Letters
Spain, Paterna, 14th century
1945.28CCCC0
Plate with a Portrait of a Gentleman
Italy, Faenza, 16th century
1923.1087CCCC0
Storage Jar (Vaso a Palla)
Domenego da Venezia (Italian)
1939.178CCCC0
Footed Dish Depicting Abraham and Isaac
Ludovico and Angelo Picchi
1945.125CCCC0
Bowl Depicting Saint Francis Receiving Stigmata
Italy, Deruta, 16th century
1988.95CCCC0
Lidded Vessel with Loop Handles
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-AD 668)
1999.228CCCC0
Leda and the Swan
Viktor Schreckengost (American, 1906–2008) and 1 other
2001.85©
Small Bottle with Feline
Peru, South Coast, Paracas (Cavernas) style (700 BC-AD 1)
1949.195CCCC0
Hollow Tile:  Column from Tomb-Chamber Doorway
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1915.66CCCC0
Luster Bowl with Man Holding a Banner
Iraq, probably Baghdad, Abbasid Period
1959.331CCCC0
Figurine Holding A Ball(?)
Mexico, Guerrero, Xochipala style (1500-500 BC)
1998.82CCCC0
Hollow Tile:  Lintel from Tomb-Chamber Doorway
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1915.69CCCC0
Plaque
John Bennett (American, 1840–1907)
1986.30CCCC0
Oval Dish
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.55CCCC0
Panel from Model Cooking Stove:  Fairy Feeding Lingzhi Fungus to a Dragon
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1925.134CCCC0
Three-Part Pitcher
Iran, Luristan
1942.1081CCCC0
Bowl
Fatimid Egypt, Fustat
1915.642CCCC0
Lidded Jar
Korea, Silla (57 BC-935) or Kaya (AD 42-562) period
1997.20CCCC0
Nishapur Figural Bowl
Iran, Nishapur, Samanid period (819–1005)
1959.249CCCC0
Rhine Maidens
Waylande Gregory (American, 1905–1971) and 1 other
2004.91©
Luster Bowl with Ibex
Egypt, Fustat (Old Cairo), Fatimid period (909–1171)
1944.477CCCC0
Covered Jug
Haviland Factory at Auteuil (French) and 1 other
1984.184CCCC0
Dish with Open Work
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.56CCCC0
Oval Dish
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.54CCCC0
Pair of Figure in Flower Ornaments
Mexico, Yucatán, Jaina Island region, Campeche, Maya style (250-900)
1967.155CCCC0
Box
Judith Salomon (American, b. 1952)
1983.181©
Jaguar Bowl
Colombia, 9th-16th Century
1998.87CCCC0
Warrior Figurine with Removable Headdress
Mexico, Yucatán, Jaina Island region, Campeche, Maya style (250-900)
1963.93CCCC0
Emaciated Crouching Figure
Mexico, Nayarit, San Sebastian Red Style
1990.261CCCC0
Hollow Tile:  Column from Tomb-Chamber Doorway
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1915.68CCCC0
Vessel  with Running Figures
Peru, North Coast, Moche style (50-800)
1947.172CCCC0
Cylinder Vessel with Deities
Guatemala, Kixpek, Maya (Chamá) style (250-900)
1954.391CCCC0
Bella Donna Charger
Italy, Papal States, Deruta
1923.1096CCCC0
Two-Handled "Oak Leaf" Drug Jar with Male and Female Portraits
Giunta di Tugio (Italian, c. 1382–1450)
1943.54CCCC0
Albarello with Two Rabbits
Spain, Paterna, 14th century
1943.276CCCC0
Cylindrical Jar
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1948.214CCCC0
Charger Depicting the Three Graces
Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465?–1553)
1945.2CCCC0
Circular Plate with Perseus and Andromeda
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.53CCCC0
"Bear-Woman" Vessel
Marlik, northwest Iran, c. 1200-1000 BC
1967.35CCCC0
Mortuary Figures of the Zodiac Signs
China, Northern Wei dynasty (386-534)
1972.76CCCC0
Bowl
Southwest, New Mexico, Mimbres Valley, 11th-12th century
1973.165CCCC0
Plate Depicting the Baptism of Christ
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1975.33CCCC0
Dish with a Lion
Italy, Florence, 15th century
1966.19CCCC0
Two-Handled "Oak Leaf" Pharmacy Jar with Fleur-de-Lys
Giunta di Tugio (Italian, c. 1382–1450)
1943.391CCCC0
Planter
Howard William Kottler (American, 1930–1989)
1964.124©
Plate: The Sacrifice of Isaac
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1975.32CCCC0
Lidded Jar with Horn Handle
Korea, Silla (57 BC-935) or Kaya (AD 42-562) period
1997.19CCCC0
Vessel with Crested Heads
West Mexico, Colima, Comala style (200 BC-AD 300)
1990.262CCCC0
Pair of Fawns
Waylande Gregory (American, 1905–1971) and 1 other
1929.389©
Dish
Spain, probably Valencia
1915.712CCCC0
Archaic Figurine
Mexico, Guanajuato, Chupicuaro, 4th-1st Century BC
1952.454CCCC0
Camel
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1967.147CCCC0
Box in the Form of Asparagus
Sceaux Factory (French, active 1748–66)
1966.229CCCC0
Carvel Vessel with an Underworld Diety (God L)
Mexico, Yucatán Peninsula, Maya (Chocholá) style
1970.35CCCC0
Incense-burner Cover
Guatemala, Escuintla Region, early 6th Century
1969.25CCCC0
Severed Head Effigy Vessel
Peru, South Coast, Nasca
1997.2CCCC0
Plate with Arms of the Vitelleschi Family
Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465?–1553)
1950.155CCCC0
Portrait Head Vessel
Peru, North Coast, Moche style (50-800)
1930.627CCCC0
Oval Dish Depicting Cumaean Sibyl
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.58CCCC0
Dish with Splashes of Green
Iraq, Basra, Abbasid period (750–1258)
1915.304CCCC0
The Cobbler and His Bird
France, Bellevue near Toul, late 18th century
1969.73CCCC0
Carved Bowl
New Guinea, Abelman, late 20th century
1999.11©
Charger
Daubron frères (French)
2003.52CCCC0
Tripod Vessel with Lid
Mexico or Central America, Maya style (250-900)
1996.400CCCC0
Carved Bowl
Melanesia, New Guinea, Abelam people, late 20th century
1999.10©
Covered Milk Jug
Pont-aux-Choux Factory (French)
1962.378CCCC0
Blue and Yellow Vase
Daniel T. Postotnik (American, b. 1961)
1990.63©
Earthenware Jug painted with Blue and Turquoise
Iraq, Basra, Abbasid Period, 9th century
1960.277CCCC0
Bowl
Gertrud Natzler (American, born Vienna, Austria, 1908–1971) and 1 other
2020.88©
Bowl
Peru, South Coast, Nasca, Florescent
1961.196CCCC0
Seated Female Figure
Mexico, Nayarit, Chinesco Style
1990.270CCCC0
Monju Triad
Japan, possibly Meiji period (1868-1912)
1915.314CCCC0
Li, Hollow-Legged Tripod
China, Inner Mongolia, lower stratum of the Xiajiadian culture, late 2nd or early 1st millennium BC
2005.20CCCC0
Green Wheat Salad Plate
Gale Turnbull (American, 1889–1962) and 1 other
2010.466©
Green Wheat Cup and Saucer
Gale Turnbull (American, 1889–1962) and 1 other
2010.467©
Pedestalled Dish
Japan, Jōmon period (c. 10,500-300 BC)
2001.133CCCC0
Vase
Max Laeuger (German, 1864–1952)
1997.283©
Bottle (H325)
Gertrud Natzler (American, born Vienna, Austria, 1908–1971) and 1 other
2020.90©
Lamp Stand with Coiling Dragons and Lotus Design
China, Sui dynasty (581-618) to early Tang dynasty (618-907)
2017.13CCCC0
Plate with the Name "Maria"
Spain, Valencia, 15th century
1944.292CCCC0
Plate with Fish
Portugal, Caldos de Rainha, 19th century
1987.224CCCC0
Demitasse Cup and Saucer
Gertrud Natzler (American, born Vienna, Austria, 1908–1971) and 1 other
2020.89©
Charger with Arms of the Vigeri Family
Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465?–1553)
1943.56CCCC0
Urn with Triangular Patterns
Northwest China, Neolithic period, Majiayao culture
2017.21CCCC0
Head with Animal Helmet
Mexico, Gulf Coast, San Andrés Tuxtla(?), 7th-11th Century
1990.237CCCC0
Bushel and a Peck
Howard William Kottler (American, 1930–1989)
1974.70©
Plate Depicting the Myth of Cadmus
Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465?–1553)
1950.156CCCC0
Albarello
Spain, Manises, 15th century
1953.287CCCC0
Jar
China, reportedly Ch'angsha, Hunan province, Eastern Zhou dynasty (771-256 BC), Warring States period (475-221 BC)
1938.195CCCC0
Urn
Japan, Jōmon period (c. 10,500-300 BC)
1960.196CCCC0
Vase
Honduras, Maya
1945.375CCCC0
Bowl with Two Birds
Iran, Nishapur or Central Asia, Samarkand, Samanid Period, 10th century
1969.300CCCC0
Green Wheat Soup Bowl
Gale Turnbull (American, 1889–1962) and 1 other
2010.468©
Vase
Artus Van Briggle (American, 1869–1904)
1988.124CCCC0
Plate
Harold Wesley Hunsicker (American, 1904–1990)
1984.47©
Head of a Lohan
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.293CCCC0
Two-Handled Bowl
Argentina, Santamariana Culture, 11th-15th century
1968.244CCCC0
Bowl
Dorathea Warren O'Hara (American, 1875–1963)
1988.125©
Incensario (Incense Burner) Support
Mesoamerica, Maya, Palenque region, Classic Period (250-900) or modern
1965.248CCCC0
Funerary Urn
Mexico, Oaxaca, 5th-6th Century
1963.669CCCC0
Warrior in Sheet-Metal Armor
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1915.626CCCC0
Bacchus
England, Staffordshire, Pratt ware, late 18th-early 19th Century
1962.122CCCC0
Bowl
Iraq or Iran, 9th-10th Century
1915.303CCCC0
Footed Bowl
Fulper Pottery (American)
1982.339©
Vase with Trophy-heads and Warriors
Peru, South Coast, Nasca, 5th-7th Century
1930.728CCCC0
Plate Depicting a Lion
Italy, Cafaggiolo, 15th century
1923.915CCCC0
Seated Figure
Colombia, Pre-Columbian
1921.1546CCCC0
Pedestal Plate
Panama, Coclé, 14th-15th century
1962.248CCCC0
The Cobbler
Paul-Louis Cyfflé (Flemish, 1724–1806)
1964.526CCCC0
Vase
Rookwood Pottery Company (American, established 1880) and 1 other
1989.123CCCC0
Covered Jar
Theodorus A. C. Colenbrander (Dutch, 1841–1930) and 1 other
1986.60CCCC0
Bottle Form--Raku
Neil J. Patterson (American, b. 1963)
1988.213©
Bowl with Griffin
Northwest Iran, Garrus district, Seljuk period, 12th century
1925.1182CCCC0
Camel with Rider (Tomb Figure)
China, Sui dynasty (581-618) - Tang dynasty (618-907)
1970.57CCCC0
Corinthian Vase
Greece, 7th Century BC
1924.874.aCCCC0
Haniwa in the Form of a Shield
Japan, Kofun period (c. AD 300-710)
1999.170CCCC0
Vessel with Crested Atlantean (Supporting) FIgures
West Mexico, Colima, Comala style (200 BC-AD 300)
1998.28CCCC0
Tile
Alexandre Bigot (French, 1862–1927) and 1 other
1994.6CCCC0
Corinthian Vase (lid)
Greece, 7th Century BC
1924.874.bCCCC0
Pharmacy Jar (Albarello)
Italy, Tuscany, 15th century
1954.258CCCC0
Tomb Tile
China, from Chin Ts'un, Hunan province, Eastern Zhou dynasty (771-256 BC)
1915.71CCCC0
Corinthian Vase
Greece, 7th Century BC
1924.875.aCCCC0
Jar (Hu)
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1915.373CCCC0
Jug
Staffordshire Factory (British)
1962.120CCCC0
Drinking Vessel with Handle
Argentina, Cienga Culture, early 7th Century
1968.243CCCC0
Monkey
Rookwood Pottery Company (American, established 1880) and 1 other
1976.153©
Bowl
Wedgwood Factory (British)
1988.47CCCC0
Covered Bowl
Saint-Clément Factory (French)
1961.2CCCC0
Corinthian Vase (lid)
Greece, 7th Century BC
1924.875.bCCCC0
Ewer
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1987.148CCCC0
Pair of Standing Figures
Mexico, Nayarit, Ixtlan del Rio Style
1990.266CCCC0
Female Dancer:  Tomb Figurine
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1983.26CCCC0
Plate: Diana and Acteon
Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465?–1553)
1940.13CCCC0
Kneeling Woman
China, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9) - Eastern Han dynasty (25-220)
1964.162CCCC0
Writing Stand
Sinceny Factory (French)
1963.516CCCC0
Double-Handled Beaker
China, type-site at Qijiaping, Gansu province, Neolithic period, Qijia Culture
1971.228CCCC0
Vessel with Female Faces
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style (100 BC-AD 700)
1930.727CCCC0
Rustic Platter
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1969.106CCCC0
Dish
Germany, Bingen on the Rhine, 18th century
1917.278CCCC0
Regarded Blue Pot
Howard William Kottler (American, 1930–1989)
1971.74©
Khmer Vase
Cambodia
1989.366CCCC0
Bowl
Italy, early 16th century
1972.75CCCC0
Red-Burnished Jug
Iran, Amlash, 10th-8th century BC
1977.180CCCC0
Female Figurine
Mexico, Michoacán
1990.257CCCC0
Plate Depicting Jonah
France, Lyon, 16th century
1983.36CCCC0
Female Attendant (Tomb Figurine)
China, probably Shensi province, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1983.6CCCC0
Dish Depicting the Expulsion
France, Lyon, 16th century
1983.35CCCC0
Footed Vase
Costa Rica
1946.232CCCC0
Urn
England, late 18th or 19th century
1958.60CCCC0
Pedestal Centerpiece
Wiener Kunstkeramische Werkstätte Busch und Ludescher (Austrian)
1990.123©
Small Pitcher
Martin Rettig (American, 1869–1956) and 1 other
1997.281CCCC0
Bowl
Wedgwood Factory (British)
1951.297CCCC0
Jar
Thailand, Ban Chiang, Neolithic Period
1973.13CCCC0
Small Pot
Georges Hoentschel (French, 1855–1915)
1997.278CCCC0
Vase
Edward Timothy Hurley (American, 1869–1950) and 1 other
1997.292©
Jug
Iran or Iraq, late Seljuq Period, 11th-13th Century
1915.305CCCC0
Bowl
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
1917.59CCCC0
Plate
Carel-Adolphe-Lion Cachet (Netherlandish, 1864–1945) and 1 other
1996.264CCCC0
Cup
Iran, Luristan (?), 3rd-2nd Millenium BC
1942.544CCCC0
Lion with Cub in Mouth
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1940.47CCCC0
Bowl
Northwest Iran, Aghkand (Azerbaijan area), 12th-13th century
1944.483CCCC0
Ear Cup (Erbei) for Wine
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1929.992CCCC0
Jug
Cyprus, Late Cypriot I
1916.1992CCCC0
Jug
Iran, 10th-12th century
1915.306CCCC0
Bowl
Iran, Sasanian Period, 3rd-7th Century
1935.242CCCC0
Vase
Rookwood Pottery Company (American, established 1880) and 1 other
1991.139CCCC0
Figure of an Arab Woman
Zsolnay Factory (Hungarian)
1997.267©
Pot
Iran, Luristan (?), 3rd-2nd Millenium BC
1942.545CCCC0
Bowl
Peru, Shipibo, 20th century
1998.25©
Game Pie Dish
Minton Pottery and Porcelain Factory (British)
2012.120CCCC0
Tea Service
England, 19th century
1977.85CCCC0
Plate with Flowers
Henry Varnum Poor (American, 1888–1970)
1997.276©
Jug
Italy, Siena, 14th century
1991.112CCCC0
Tomb Tile
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1915.73CCCC0
Cocoon Flask
China, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1916.1398CCCC0
Pot
Iran, Luristan (?), 3rd-2nd Millenium BC
1942.546CCCC0
Urn
England, late 18th or 19th century
1958.63CCCC0
Vase
Moorcroft Pottery (British, est. 1913)
1985.126©
Urn
England, late 18th or 19th century
1958.62CCCC0
Urn
England, late 18th or 19th century
1958.64CCCC0
Vase
Rookwood Pottery Company (American, established 1880) and 1 other
1991.138©
Horse's Head
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1997.115CCCC0
Sake Pot
Peter Shire (American, 1947-)
1997.280©
Tea Caddy with Lid
Staffordshire Factory (British)
2003.247CCCC0
Bowl
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1974.272CCCC0
Flower Vase
Saint-Porchaire (French)
1950.125CCCC0
Urn
England, late 18th or 19th century
1958.61CCCC0
Wicker-Work Covered Sauce Tureen on Stand
Wedgwood Factory (British)
2003.248CCCC0
Fruit Bowl
Grossherzogliche Majolika-Manifaktur (German, 1901-) and 1 other
2009.371©
Groom (Tomb Figure)
China, Sui dynasty (581-618) - Tang dynasty (618-907)
1970.58CCCC0
Covered Tureen in the Form of a Basket of Game
Sceaux Factory (French, active 1748–66)
1983.52CCCC0
Bull
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1929.987CCCC0
Pedestal Dish
Saint-Porchaire (French)
1952.278CCCC0
Jug
Iran, Samanid Period, 10th-12th Century
1915.307CCCC0
Rim Fragment
Iran, Sasanian Period, 3rd-7th Century
1935.243CCCC0
Pot
Iran, Luristan (?), 3rd-2nd Millenium BC
1942.547CCCC0
Mask
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1958.426CCCC0
Vase
China, Gansu province, Neolithic period
1930.333CCCC0
Leather Bottom
Howard William Kottler (American, 1930–1989)
1992.254©
Vase with Procession of Warriors
Peru, South Coast, Nasca, 4th-7th Century
1957.142CCCC0
Court Official (Tomb Figure)
China, Six Dynasties period (317-581), Northern Wei dynasty (386-534)
1962.216CCCC0
Jar
John Balazs (American, 1928–2023)
1956.105©
Group with Birdcage
Staffordshire Factory (British) and 1 other
1962.252CCCC0
Wine Cooler
Joesph- Gaspard Robert Factory (French)
1962.379CCCC0
Covered Tureen on Stand
Strasbourg Factory (French)
1976.52CCCC0
The Lost Sheep
Staffordshire Factory (British) and 1 other
1962.253CCCC0
Teapot
Staffordshire Factory (British) and 1 other
1943.329CCCC0
Large Jar
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1948.212CCCC0
Sugar Spoon
Veuve Perrin Factory (French)
1964.529CCCC0
Large Bowl
Romania, possibly Cirna, Middle Bronze Age
1993.229CCCC0
Covered Sauce Tureen with Attached Stand
Veuve Perrin Factory (French)
1983.40CCCC0
Royal Lancastrian Vase
Pilkington's Royal Lancastrian Pottery Co. (British, Manchester, Clifton, est. 1892) and 1 other
1988.77©
Vase
Mexico, Maya, Campeche
1972.93CCCC0
Bowl
Iran, Nishapur, Samanid Period, 10th Century
1956.225CCCC0
Jardinière
Staffordshire Factory (British)
1946.166CCCC0
Jar
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1948.221CCCC0
Bowl
Northwest Iran, Garrus district, late Saljuq Period, 12th-13th Century with 20th Century replacement fragments
1938.8CCCC0
Granary Urn
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1940.971CCCC0
Jar with Applied Floral Decoration
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
2017.14CCCC0
Covered Box in the Form of Apples
Sceaux Factory (French, active 1748–66)
1983.49CCCC0
Teacaddy
Wedgwood Factory (British)
1951.308.aCCCC0
Mad Hatter
Peter Callas (American)
1992.47©
Covered Tureen in the Form of a Pigeon
Sceaux Factory (French, active 1748–66)
1983.51CCCC0
Vase
Costa Rica, Filadelphia
1946.231CCCC0
Teapot
Staffordshire Factory (British)
1946.278CCCC0
Male Haniwa Head
Japan, Kofun period (c. AD 300-710)
1977.206CCCC0
Small Plate
Dedham Pottery (American) and 1 other
1980.125CCCC0
Old Woman Feeding Chickens
Staffordshire Factory (British)
1946.165CCCC0
Bowl
Iran, Kashan, Seljuq period of Iran (1037–1194)
1915.587CCCC0
Teacaddy (lid)
Wedgwood Factory (British)
1951.308.bCCCC0
Bowl
Wedgwood Factory (British)
1951.298CCCC0
Covered Jar (Hu)
China, Eastern Han dynasty (AD 25-220)
1924.196CCCC0
Bowl
Weller Pottery (American) and 1 other
1983.228CCCC0
Covered Jug
Germany, Bayreuth(?), 18th century
1982.337CCCC0
Ewer
Germany, Frankfurt(?), early 18th century
1982.338CCCC0
Tomb Tile
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1915.70CCCC0
Mortuary Horse
China, Six Dynasties period (317-581), Northern Wei dynasty (386-534)
1929.985CCCC0
Pillow with Mandarin Duck: Cizhou Ware
China, Jin dynasty (1115-1234)
1983.27CCCC0
Vase
Weller Pottery (American) and 1 other
1983.227CCCC0
Jar
China, Six Dynasties period (265-589) or Sui dynasty (581-618)
1915.388CCCC0
Jar with Cover
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1940.49CCCC0
Standing Male Figure
Mexico, Gulf Coast, 4th-10th Century
1990.242CCCC0
Covered Bowl
Potter Studios (American) and 1 other
1990.94©
Urn with Lug Handles
China, Gansu province, Xindian Culture
1984.67CCCC0
"Nouvelle" Shape Casserole Dish
American Chinaware Corporation (American)
2006.144©
"Our America" Dinnerware
Gale Turnbull (American, 1889–1962) and 3 others
2006.145©
Title, DateArtist / CultureAccession numberMediumDimensionsCredit lineRights
Vessel with Ballplayer
Mexico, Yucatán, Maya (Chocholá) style (250-900)
1990.180earthenware, pigmentDiameter: 18.1 x 15.6 cm (7 1/8 x 6 1/8 in.); Overall: 18 cm (7 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Vase
Walter Crane (British, 1845–1915) and 1 other
2017.208Earthenware22.4 x 22.7 cm (8 13/16 x 8 15/16 in.)Gift of Katharine Lee ReidCCCC0
Jar
Iran, Sasanian period, 3rd-7th Century
1944.459earthenwareOverall: 50.8 cm (20 in.)Gift of Heeramaneck GalleriesCCCC0
Four Seasons Vase
Viktor Schreckengost (American, 1906–2008) and 1 other
1932.964earthenwareDiameter: 20.4 cm (8 1/16 in.); Overall: 29.6 cm (11 5/8 in.)Hinman B. Hurlbut Collection©
Fire-flame Cooking Vessel (Ka'en Doki)
Japan, Jōmon period (c. 10,500-300 BC)
1984.68Earthenware with carved and applied decorationheight: 61 cm (24 in.); Diameter: 55.8 cm (21 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Luster Bowl with Antelope
Egypt, Fustat (Old Cairo), Fatimid period (909–1171)
1944.476earthenware with luster-painted designDiameter: 25.4 cm (10 in.); Overall: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Short-necked Storage Jar
Korea, Bronze Age (1000–300 BCE)
1986.82earthenwareOuter diameter: 25.1 cm (9 7/8 in.); Overall: 25.1 cm (9 7/8 in.)James Parmelee FundCCCC0
Double-Bat Bowl
Colombia, Tairona
1999.12earthenwareOverall: 13.1 x 32 x 27.3 cm (5 3/16 x 12 5/8 x 10 3/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Urn Figure Head Fragment
Mexico, Oaxaca, Zapotec
1990.275earthenwareOverall: 17.2 x 22.5 x 13.7 cm (6 3/4 x 8 7/8 x 5 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Jar with Loop Handle
Korea, Baekje kingdom (18 BC-660)
1997.188earthenwareOverall: 33.8 cm (13 5/16 in.); Outer diameter: 27.4 cm (10 13/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Court Lady with High Chignon
North China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1983.25earthenware with polychromyOverall: 31.6 cm (12 7/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Carved Vessel
Mexico, Campeche, Maya, Chocholá Style
1990.173earthenwareOverall: 12.1 x 16.3 cm (4 3/4 x 6 7/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Lidded Jar with Four Horn Lugs
Korea, Kaya period (AD 42-562)
1997.8earthenwareOverall: 24.6 cm (9 11/16 in.); Outer diameter: 21.3 cm (8 3/8 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Vessel
Japan, Yayoi period (c. 300s BC–AD 200s)
1989.69Earthenwareheight: 34 cm (13 3/8 in.); Diameter: 33 cm (13 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Vessel with Feline
Peru, South Coast, Paracas (Cavernas) style (700 BC-AD 1)
1948.477earthenware, resin-based paintDiameter: 14.2 cm (5 9/16 in.); Overall: 11.3 cm (4 7/16 in.)Gift of John WiseCCCC0
Platter
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.57lead-glazed earthenwareOverall: 49 x 40 cm (19 5/16 x 15 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Haniwa Horse
Japan, Kofun period (c. AD 300-710)
1957.27earthenware with traces of pigmentOverall: 59.7 x 66 cm (23 1/2 x 26 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Urn Figure
Mexico, Oaxaca, Zapotec
1990.277earthenwareOverall: 26.1 x 16.3 x 16.3 cm (10 1/4 x 6 7/16 x 6 7/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Dog
China, Eastern Han dynasty (AD 25-220)
1983.1earthenware with lead glazeOverall: 36.5 cm (14 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Deep Vessel
Japan, Jōmon period (c. 10,500-300 BC)
1998.32Earthenware with impressed and carved decorationDiameter: 36.8 cm (14 1/2 in.); Overall: 44.7 cm (17 5/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Panel from Model Cooking Stove: Lancer Jousting with a Tiger
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1925.135earthenware with impressed relief decorationOverall: 11.9 x 31.1 x 1.9 cm (4 11/16 x 12 1/4 x 3/4 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Tomb Guardians
China, probably Shaanxi province, Xi'an, Tang dynasty (618-907)
2000.118glazed earthenware, sancai (three-color) warePart 1: 92.3 x 43.8 x 41.9 cm (36 5/16 x 17 1/4 x 16 1/2 in.); Part 2: 88.9 x 41 x 50.8 cm (35 x 16 1/8 x 20 in.)Gift of various donors to the department of Asian Art (by exchange)CCCC0
Haniwa Figure of a Female
Japan, Kofun period (c. AD 300-710)
1962.39earthenware with traces of pigmentOverall: 58.4 x 30.5 cm (23 x 12 in.)James Parmelee Fund by exchangeCCCC0
Female Figure
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style (100 BC-AD 700)
1997.184earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 28.6 x 13.4 x 10.3 cm (11 1/4 x 5 1/4 x 4 1/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Figure of Demosthenes
Enoch Wood (British, 1759–1840)
2003.249lead glazed earthenwareOverall: 47.5 x 39.2 x 18.6 cm (18 11/16 x 15 7/16 x 7 5/16 in.)Bequest of Nicholas J. VelloneyCCCC0
Vase
Jacques Sicard (French, 1865–1923) and 1 other
1988.126earthenwareDiameter: 18.9 x 15.4 cm (7 7/16 x 6 1/16 in.)Gift of Dr. and Mrs. George A. SeeleyCCCC0
Conch Shell Trumpet Vessel
West Mexico, Colima, Comala style (200 BC-AD 300)
1966.127earthenwareOverall: 15.5 x 23.5 x 26.6 cm (6 1/8 x 9 1/4 x 10 1/2 in.)Gift of J. H. Wade IIICCCC0
Panel from Model Cooking Stove:  Vermilion Bird
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1925.136earthenware with impressed relief decorationOverall: 11.5 x 18.4 x 1.6 cm (4 1/2 x 7 1/4 x 5/8 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Vase Decorated with Sunflowers
John D. Wareham (American, 1871–1954) and 1 other
1984.10earthenwareOverall: 27 x 19.3 cm (10 5/8 x 7 5/8 in.)James Parmelee FundCCCC0
Deer Effigy Vessel
Mesoamerica, Maya style, Classic Period (250-900)
1997.60earthenwareOverall: 22.8 x 24.7 x 18 cm (9 x 9 3/4 x 7 1/16 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Panel from Model Cooking Stove:  Raven Flanked by Snake-Entwined Tortoises
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1925.139earthenware with impressed relief decorationOverall: 12.4 x 18.2 x 1.7 cm (4 7/8 x 7 3/16 x 11/16 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Jar with Horn-Shaped Handles
Korea, Silla period (57 BC-AD 676)
1991.137earthenware with incised decoration and colorOverall: 23.5 cm (9 1/4 in.); Diameter of mouth: 15.9 cm (6 1/4 in.); Diameter with handles: 16.5 cm (6 1/2 in.)Seventy-fifth anniversary gift of George GundCCCC0
Vessel with Stirrup Spout
Peru, likely modern, inspired by the Cupisnique style
1968.192earthenwareOverall: 22.8 x 17.2 cm (9 x 6 3/4 in.)Purchase, Bequest of Helen HumphreysCCCC0
Headrest with Three Lions
China, Liao dynasty (916-1125)
2017.15Glazed earthenware, sancai (three-color ware)Overall: 13.4 x 37.9 x 18.2 cm (5 1/4 x 14 15/16 x 7 3/16 in.)Gift of Donna and James ReidCCCC0
Vessel with Two Lugs
Korea, Proto-Three Kingdoms period (100 BC-AD 300)
1999.91earthenwareOverall: 23.5 cm (9 1/4 in.); Outer diameter: 23 cm (9 1/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Plate
Mexico, Campeche, Maya
1990.182earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 6.5 x 41.5 cm (2 9/16 x 16 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Basin with Feathered Serpent
Central Mexico, Teotihuacán style, Classic Period
1965.20earthenware, stucco, pigmentDiameter: 16.2 x 34.5 x 34.5 cm (6 3/8 x 13 9/16 x 13 9/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Plate with a Portrait of a Gentleman
Italy, Ferrara, early 16th Century
1966.128red earthenware, incised slipwareDiameter: 32.4 cm (12 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Paul DamironCCCC0
Skyphos
probably Turkey, Roman, 1st Century
1989.149earthenware with slip decorationOverall: 8.4 x 16.3 x 10.9 cm (3 5/16 x 6 7/16 x 4 5/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Burial Urn with Cover
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-AD 668)
1990.131earthenware with impressed designOverall: 55.8 cm (21 15/16 in.); Outer diameter: 43 cm (16 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Parrot
Zsolnay Factory (Hungarian)
1984.190earthenware with lustre glazesOverall: 38.3 x 26.7 x 19.9 cm (15 1/16 x 10 1/2 x 7 13/16 in.)Gift in memory of Mrs. Magda Nàdasy, from her estate©
Head
Mexico, Classic Veracruz, 7th-10th Century
1940.11earthenwareOverall: 17 x 13.5 x 8.9 cm (6 11/16 x 5 5/16 x 3 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Kero (Waisted Cup)
Bolivia, Cochabamba(?), Tiwanaku style, 400-1000
1963.476earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 22.3 x 17 cm (8 3/4 x 6 11/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Figure in a Litter
Wari (Pachacamac) style, Middle Horizon, Epoch 2
1997.1earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 26.3 x 21.6 x 24.8 cm (10 3/8 x 8 1/2 x 9 3/4 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Storage Jar with Loop Handles
Korea, Kaya period (AD 42-562)
1989.475earthenware with impressed and incised designsDiameter: 34.3 cm (13 1/2 in.); Overall: 32.1 cm (12 5/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Relief with Tiger from a Funerary Stove Model
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1925.140earthenware with relief decorationOverall: 10.2 x 27.4 x 1.5 cm (4 x 10 13/16 x 9/16 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Relief with Rampant Tiger and Boar from a Funerary Stove Model
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1925.137earthenware with relief decorationOverall: 10.1 x 22 x 1.7 cm (4 x 8 11/16 x 11/16 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Dog Head
Mexico, Gulf Coast, 6th-11th Century
1990.250earthenware, asphalt and resin paintOverall: 10.7 x 14.8 x 17.8 cm (4 3/16 x 5 13/16 x 7 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Jar with Spiral Designs
Northwest China, Neolithic period, Majiayao culture, Majiayao phase (3300-2650 BC)
2004.64earthenware with slip-painted decorationDiameter: 39.1 cm (15 3/8 in.); Overall: 45.2 cm (17 13/16 in.)Gift of Donna S. and James S. Reid, Jr. in honor of Dr. Ju-hsi ChouCCCC0
Bird-shaped Urn
Northwest China, Neolithic period, Majiayao culture, Banshan phase (2650-2350 BC)
2007.276earthenware with slip-painted decorationOverall: 26.7 x 31.1 x 27.9 cm (10 1/2 x 12 1/4 x 11 in.)Gift of Dr. Norman Zaworski in honor of Dr. Ju-hsi ChouCCCC0
Pair of Leather Bag-Shaped Flasks with Covers
Northeast China, Liao dynasty (916-1125)
2012.448earthenware with green glazePart 1: 24.5 x 16.5 x 16 cm (9 5/8 x 6 1/2 x 6 5/16 in.); Part 2: 23.5 x 17.5 x 13.8 cm (9 1/4 x 6 7/8 x 5 7/16 in.)Gift of Donna and James ReidCCCC0
Cocktails and Cigarettes Punch Bowl
Viktor Schreckengost (American, 1906–2008) and 1 other
2000.128glazed earthenware with engobe, sgraffitoDiameter: 42.8 cm (16 7/8 in.); Overall: 23.5 cm (9 1/4 in.)Gift of Elizabeth Mather McMillan©
Horse
China, probably Henan province, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1955.295glazed earthenware, sancai (three-color) wareOverall: 76.8 cm (30 1/4 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Relief with Dragon from a Funerary Stove Model
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1925.138earthenware with relief decorationOverall: 10 x 27.7 x 1.4 cm (3 15/16 x 10 7/8 x 9/16 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Woman Holding Plum Blossoms
North China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1987.13earthenware covered in white slip with traces of pigmentOverall: 43.8 x 16.5 x 12.2 cm (17 1/4 x 6 1/2 x 4 13/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Vase
Lucien Lévy-Dhurmer (French, 1865–1953) and 1 other
1979.8earthenwareOverall: 28.6 x 26.5 cm (11 1/4 x 10 7/16 in.)The Mary Spedding Milliken Memorial Collection, Gift of William Mathewson MillikenCCCC0
Urn Figure
Mexico, Oaxaca, Zapotec
1990.273earthenwareOverall: 29.8 x 14.4 x 13 cm (11 3/4 x 5 11/16 x 5 1/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Short-necked Storage Jar
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-AD 668)
1989.88gray earthenware with impressed cord designOverall: 38 cm (14 15/16 in.); Outer diameter: 36.8 cm (14 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Watchtower
China, Eastern Han dynasty (AD 25-220)
1989.71earthenware with lead glazeDiameter: 39 cm (15 3/8 in.); Overall: 54.3 cm (21 3/8 in.)The Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Jar with Horn-Shaped Handles
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-AD 668)
1997.186earthenware with impressed surface designsOverall: 25.9 cm (10 3/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Cylindrical Vessel with Palace Scene
Mexico or Central America, Maya stye (250-900)
1967.203earthenware with colored slipsDiameter: 19 x 11.3 cm (7 1/2 x 4 7/16 in.); Overall: 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.)Gift of Edgar A. HahnCCCC0
Bowl with Burden-Bearing Human
Southwest, Mogollon, Mimbres, Pre-Contact Period, 11th-12th century
1930.51earthenwareDiameter: 25.4 cm (10 in.); Overall: 10.5 x 25.5 cm (4 1/8 x 10 1/16 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Bowl with Pronghorn Antelope and Geometric Design
Southwest, Mogollon, Mimbres, Pre-Contact Period, 11th-12th century
1930.50earthenwareDiameter: 31.2 cm (12 5/16 in.); Overall: 12.5 x 32 cm (4 15/16 x 12 5/8 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Pedestaled Vessel with Incised Band Design
Korea, Proto-Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-AD 668)
1997.10earthenwareOverall: 26.1 cm (10 1/4 in.); Outer diameter: 22.7 cm (8 15/16 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Figure of The Water (Das Wasser) from the Female Heads (Frauenkopf) Series
Bimini Werkstätten (Austrian, Vienna, 1923–1955) and 1 other
1929.438earthenwareOverall: 36.9 x 19.7 x 18.5 cm (14 1/2 x 7 3/4 x 7 5/16 in.)Dudley P. Allen Fund©
Female Figurine
Mexico, Guanajuato, Chupícuaro
1990.142earthenware with pigmentOverall: 7.5 x 3.5 x 1.2 cm (2 15/16 x 1 3/8 x 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Female Figurine
Central Mexico, Tlatilco
1990.144earthenware with pigmentOverall: 10.9 x 4.1 cm (4 5/16 x 1 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Male Dog
West Mexico, Colima, Comala style (200 BC-AD 300)
1964.37earthenware with burnished red slipOverall: 39.5 x 20.8 x 47.8 cm (15 9/16 x 8 3/16 x 18 13/16 in.)Cornelia Blakemore Warner FundCCCC0
Ewer
Saint-Porchaire (French)
1953.363lead-glazed, white-paste earthenware with inlaid slip decorationOverall: 35.6 x 13.7 cm (14 x 5 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Harpist
North China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1931.450glazed earthenwareOverall: 32.1 cm (12 5/8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Seated Figurine
Mexico, Gulf Coast, Huastec area (near Pánuco), 1st-8th Century
1966.17earthenwareOverall: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)James Albert and Mary Gardiner Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Portrait Head  Vessel
Peru, North Coast, Moche style (50-800)
1990.227earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 32 x 18.6 x 19.3 cm (12 5/8 x 7 5/16 x 7 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Titans, Support for a Vase
Auguste Rodin (French, 1840–1917) and 1 other
1995.71glazed earthenwareOverall: 37.5 x 38.1 x 38.1 cm (14 3/4 x 15 x 15 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Pedestal Bowl
Mexico, Cholula?, Mixteca-Puebla Style, 10th-16th century
1951.317earthenware with colored slipsDiameter: 14.4 x 18.6 cm (5 11/16 x 7 5/16 in.); Overall: 14.6 cm (5 3/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Jar (Hu)
China, probably Henan province, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1989.15earthenware with slip and painted decorationOverall: 48.2 cm (19 in.)The Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Bowl with Costumed Being
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style (100 BC-AD 700)
1949.561earthenware with colored slipsDiameter: 12.8 x 17.7 cm (5 1/16 x 6 15/16 in.); Overall: 13 cm (5 1/8 in.)Gift of John WiseCCCC0
Vessel with Abstract Heads
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style (100 BC-AD 700)
1946.279earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 10.4 x 14 cm (4 1/8 x 5 1/2 in.)James Albert Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Vessel in the Shape of a Figure
Peru, Central Coast, Chancay sytle, 12th-15th century
1992.231earthenware with painted slipOverall: 63.5 cm (25 in.)The Jane B. Tripp Charitable Lead Annuity TrustCCCC0
Two Artisans
Guatemala, Petén region, Maya style (250-900), Maya style (250-900)
1994.12earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 56.5 x 22 x 35.5 cm (22 1/4 x 8 11/16 x 14 in.); Part 2: 59 x 26 x 22 cm (23 1/4 x 10 1/4 x 8 11/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Hunchback Seated on a Stool
Central Panama, Conte Style, c. 600-800
1998.115earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 25 x 19 x 25.1 cm (9 13/16 x 7 1/2 x 9 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Head: Earth
Edris Eckhardt (American, 1905–1998)
1941.665earthenwareOverall: 34 x 20 x 17 cm (13 3/8 x 7 7/8 x 6 11/16 in.)John D. Rockefeller General Education Board Grant II©
Seated Figure Wearing a Skin
Mexico, Gulf Coast, 7th-11th Century
1990.246earthenware, slipOverall: 43.3 x 29.2 x 28.7 cm (17 1/16 x 11 1/2 x 11 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Box and Cover with Inlaid Phoenix Design
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1916.1186earthenwareDiameter: 19.4 cm (7 5/8 in.); Overall: 12.7 cm (5 in.)John L. Severance CollectionCCCC0
Seated Male Figure
Mexico, Jalisco, Zacatecas Style
1990.268earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 40.6 x 23.1 x 19.5 cm (16 x 9 1/8 x 7 11/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Female Figurine
Mexico, Guanajuato, Chupícuaro
1990.138earthenware with pigmentOverall: 7.9 x 2.7 cm (3 1/8 x 1 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Male Figurine
Mexico, Guanajuato, Chupicuaro
1990.153earthenware with pigmentsOverall: 8.3 x 4.6 x 1.9 cm (3 1/4 x 1 13/16 x 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Covered Jar
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1948.228glazed earthenwareOverall: 14.4 cm (5 11/16 in.); Diameter of lid: 11.5 cm (4 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
"The Aristocrat" Covered Casserole Dish
Gale Turnbull (American, 1889–1962) and 1 other
2006.143earthenware with printed decorationGift of Martin K. Webb and Charles L. Venable©
Carved Bowl
Mexico, Central Highlands, Olmec, 1200-300 BC
1990.44earthenwareDiameter: 13.2 cm (5 3/16 in.); Overall: 12 x 14 cm (4 3/4 x 5 1/2 in.)Gift of Samuel MerrinCCCC0
Skull Vessel
Wari (Pachacamac) style, Middle Horizon, Epoch 2
1996.292earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 14.5 x 17.8 x 12.6 cm (5 11/16 x 7 x 4 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Plate
Theodore Deck (French, 1823–1891)
1986.22earthenwareDiameter: 30.2 cm (11 7/8 in.); Overall: 4.2 cm (1 5/8 in.)Given by Tom L. Johnson, in memory of Mary Agnes and Albert W. JohnsonCCCC0
Warrior Vessel
Peru, North Coast, Moche, Moche style (50-800)
1989.90earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 21.6 x 11.3 x 14.9 cm (8 1/2 x 4 7/16 x 5 7/8 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Deep Plate with Hawk and Foliage
Byzantium, 12th century
1967.139sgraffito earthenwareDiameter: 3.9 x 22.3 cm (1 9/16 x 8 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Vessel with Oculate Being
Peru, South Coast, Paracas (Cavernas) style (700 BC-AD 1), 300 B.C. to A.D. 1
1998.70earthenware with resin-based paintOverall: 40.8 cm (16 1/16 in.)Norman O. Stone and Ella A. Stone Memorial FundCCCC0
Jar
Japan, Yayoi period (c. 300s BC–AD 200s)
1984.26burnished earthenwareDiameter: 29.8 cm (11 3/4 in.); Overall: 19 cm (7 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Lid for Bamboo Shoot-shaped Ewer
Korea, Goryeo period (918-1392)
1998.289earthenware with carved designs and celadon glazeGift of Sebastian IzzardCCCC0
Charger Depicting a Boar Hunt
Fontana Family (Italian)
1942.623tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 8.6 x 45.7 cm (3 3/8 x 18 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Female Figurine
Mexico, Guanajuato, Chupícuaro
1990.139earthenware with pigmentOverall: 5.6 x 2.7 x 0.9 cm (2 3/16 x 1 1/16 x 3/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Animal Effigy Vessel
Costa Rica, Southern Nicoya region, Pataky Polychrome style, 11th-16th century
1997.3earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 29.5 x 22.1 x 29.8 cm (11 5/8 x 8 11/16 x 11 3/4 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Vase
Edward Lycett (American, 1833–1910) and 1 other
1988.147earthenwareDiameter: 18.3 cm (7 3/16 in.); Overall: 27.4 cm (10 13/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Anthropomorphic Vase
Colombia, 6th-16th Century
1971.27earthenwareOverall: 50.5 x 30 x 27.8 cm (19 7/8 x 11 13/16 x 10 15/16 in.)Norman O. Stone and Ella A. Stone Memorial FundCCCC0
Oval Dish Commemorating the Ascent of the Young Louis XIII to the Throne...
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.51earthenwareOverall: 28 cm (11 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Deep Plate with Hawk, Rabbit, and Foliage
Byzantium, 12th century
1967.138sgraffito earthenwareDiameter: 3.9 x 24 cm (1 9/16 x 9 7/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Bowl with Rabbit
Southwest, Mogollon, Mimbres, Pre-Contact Period, 11th-12th century
1930.45earthenwareOverall: 9.8 x 23.5 cm (3 7/8 x 9 1/4 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Bowl
Africa, Central Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kuba-style maker
1994.89EarthenwareDiameter: 26.4 cm (10 3/8 in.); Overall: 8.4 cm (3 5/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Jonah
Viktor Schreckengost (American, 1906–2008)
2010.3glazed earthenwareOverall: 29.1 x 18.8 cm (11 7/16 x 7 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund©
Figurine Head Fragment
Central Mexico, Teotihuacán style, Classic Period
1951.162molded earthenware with pigmentOverall: 6.2 x 6.7 x 2.2 cm (2 7/16 x 2 5/8 x 7/8 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Plate with the Arms of the Pucci Family
Francesco Xanto Avelli (Italian, 1487?–1544?)
1942.626tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 3.2 x 19 cm (1 1/4 x 7 1/2 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Bowl with Rattle Base
Mexico, Cholula?, Mixteca-Puebla Style, 10th-16th century
1962.249earthenware with colored slipsDiameter: 7.9 x 11 cm (3 1/8 x 4 5/16 in.); Overall: 8 cm (3 1/8 in.)Bequest of Jane Taft IngallsCCCC0
Polo Player
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1964.181painted earthenwareOverall: 31.2 cm (12 5/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Charger Depicting a Chariot Race
Fontana Family (Italian)
1942.622tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 8.6 x 45.7 cm (3 3/8 x 18 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Spouted Zebu Vessel
Marlik, Iran, c. 1000 BC
1992.245earthenware, burnishedOverall: 25.7 x 14.4 x 32.1 cm (10 1/8 x 5 11/16 x 12 5/8 in.)Seventy-fifth anniversary gift of Clara Taplin RankinCCCC0
Plate Depicting Christ’s Passion
Painter of the Royal Procession (Italian)
1943.55tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 29.2 cm (11 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Female Figurine
Mexico, Guerrero, Xalitla, Xochipala style
1993.203earthenware with pigmentOverall: 9.8 x 3.8 x 2.2 cm (3 7/8 x 1 1/2 x 7/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
"Horned" Male (Dwarf?)
West Mexico, Colima, Comala style (200 BC-AD 300)
1991.20earthenware with colored slips, black burial depositsOverall: 41.5 x 24.9 x 24.7 cm (16 5/16 x 9 13/16 x 9 3/4 in.)Fiftieth anniversary gift of the Womens Council in honor of the Museum's Seventy-fifth anniversaryCCCC0
Deep Plate with Decorative Patterns
Byzantium, 12th century
1967.137sgraffito earthenwareDiameter: 4.8 x 23.5 cm (1 7/8 x 9 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pharmacy Jar (Albarello)
Italy, Siena, 16th century
1965.553tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Overall: 22.6 cm (8 7/8 in.)Gift of the Twentieth Century ClubCCCC0
Llama Vessel
Peru, North Coast, Moche style (50-800)
1990.128earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 17.8 x 13.2 x 23.1 cm (7 x 5 3/16 x 9 1/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Bowl with Geometric Design (Two-part Design)
Southwest, Mogollon, Mimbres, Pre-Contact Period, 11th-12th century
1930.38earthenwareDiameter: 28.3 cm (11 1/8 in.); Overall: 11.5 cm (4 1/2 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Vase
Emile Gallé (French, 1846–1904)
1990.45earthenwareDiameter: 12.7 cm (5 in.); Overall: 25.3 cm (9 15/16 in.)Gift of Henry H. Hawley in memory of Berenice H. KentCCCC0
Lidded Jar with Horn Handle
Korea, Silla (57 BC-935) or Kaya (AD 42-562) period
1997.21red earthenware with impressed designs and applied red slipOverall: 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.); 9.1 cm (3 9/16 in.)Gift of the John D. Proctor FoundationCCCC0
Pharmacy Jar (Albarello)
Italy, Florentine region, Cafaggiolo
1941.550tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Overall: 30.5 cm (12 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pair of Saltcellars
the Patanazzi Family (Italian)
1945.126tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Overall: 20.3 x 21 x 12.8 cm (8 x 8 1/4 x 5 1/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Philip R. MatherCCCC0
Pair of Pharmacy Bottles
Italy, Papal States, Faenza
1943.52tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Overall: 38.8 cm (15 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Hittite Vessel with Four Scenes Molded and Carved in Relief
Eastern Turkey, Hittite, 15th-13th century BC
1985.70burnished earthenwareDiameter: 51 cm (20 1/16 in.); Overall: 61 cm (24 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Bowl with Humans and Birds
Colombia, Highland Nariño region,Tuza style, 13th-15th century
1995.42earthenware with colored slipsDiameter: 11.5 x 19.5 cm (4 1/2 x 7 11/16 in.); Overall: 11.4 cm (4 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Bowl with Geometric Design (Two- part Design)
Southwest, Mogollon, Mimbres, Pre-Contact Period, 11th-12th century
1930.44earthenwareOverall: 12.5 x 25.5 cm (4 15/16 x 10 1/16 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Figural Vessel
Mexico, Oaxaca, Zapotec
1990.276earthenwareOverall: 28.9 x 20.6 x 21.9 cm (11 3/8 x 8 1/8 x 8 5/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Cooking Vessel
Japan, Jōmon period (c. 10,500-300 BC)
1991.172earthenware with impressed and applied designsDiameter: 26 cm (10 1/4 in.); height: 45.7 cm (18 in.)Seventy-fifth anniversary gift of Mr. Joseph BrothertonCCCC0
Albarello Jar with an Aphorism
Central Asia, Samarkand, Samanid period (819–1005)
1996.298Earthenware with underglaze decorationDiameter: 9.7 cm (3 13/16 in.); Overall: 13 cm (5 1/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Jar with Curvilinear Designs
Northwest China, Neolithic period, Majiayao culture, Banshan phase (2650-2350 BC)
1930.332earthenware with slip-painted decorationDiameter: 36.8 x 30.5 cm (14 1/2 x 12 in.); Overall: 36.2 cm (14 1/4 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Court Lady with Tall Headdress:  Tomb Figurine
North China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1983.24earthenware with polychromyOverall: 30.8 cm (12 1/8 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Pilgrim Bottle
Italy, Papal States, Faenza
1923.914tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Overall: 34.6 x 19.4 x 12.4 cm (13 5/8 x 7 5/8 x 4 7/8 in.)Gift from J. H. WadeCCCC0
Vase, 78-5
Rick Dillingham (American, 1952–1994)
1997.293earthenwareDiameter: 13.2 cm (5 3/16 in.); Overall: 12.7 cm (5 in.)Gift of Henry H. Hawley©
Plate with Arms of the Pucci Family
Francesco Xanto Avelli (Italian, 1487?–1544?)
1942.625tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 3.2 x 19.4 cm (1 1/4 x 7 5/8 in.)Bequest of John L. SeveranceCCCC0
Pharmacy Jar (Albarello)
Domenego da Venezia (Italian)
1920.421tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Overall: 28.9 x 16.5 cm (11 3/8 x 6 1/2 in.)Gift of J. H. WadeCCCC0
Albarello with Pseudo-Kufic Letters
Spain, Paterna, 14th century
1945.28tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Overall: 21.6 cm (8 1/2 in.)In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Humphreys, gift of their daughter HelenCCCC0
Plate with a Portrait of a Gentleman
Italy, Faenza, 16th century
1923.1087tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 28.1 cm (11 1/16 in.)Gift of M. & R. StoraCCCC0
Storage Jar (Vaso a Palla)
Domenego da Venezia (Italian)
1939.178tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Average: 25.4 cm (10 in.)Gift of Leonard C. Hanna, Jr., for the Coralie Walker Hanna Memorial CollectionCCCC0
Plate with Putto, Masques, and Trophies
Italy, Urbino
1923.1088tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 5.6 x 25.7 cm (2 3/16 x 10 1/8 in.)Gift of M. & R. StoraCCCC0
Footed Dish Depicting Abraham and Isaac
Ludovico and Angelo Picchi
1945.125tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 7 x 27.3 cm (2 3/4 x 10 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Philip R. MatherCCCC0
Bowl Depicting Saint Francis Receiving Stigmata
Italy, Deruta, 16th century
1988.95tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 41.3 cm (16 1/4 in.)Gift of the Mildred Andrews FundCCCC0
Lidded Vessel with Loop Handles
Korea, Three Kingdoms period (57 BC-AD 668)
1999.228earthenware, with impressed, paddled, and incised decoration and red slipGift of the Kang Collection of Korean Art in memory of Robert P. BergmanCCCC0
Leda and the Swan
Viktor Schreckengost (American, 1906–2008) and 1 other
2001.85glazed earthenware with engobe, sgraffitoDiameter: 41.5 cm (16 5/16 in.); Overall: 6.9 cm (2 11/16 in.)Gift of Gene and Viktor Schreckengost in honor of the museum staff©
Small Bottle with Feline
Peru, South Coast, Paracas (Cavernas) style (700 BC-AD 1)
1949.195earthenware, resin-based paintDiameter: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.); Overall: 10.2 cm (4 in.)Gift of John WiseCCCC0
Hollow Tile:  Column from Tomb-Chamber Doorway
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1915.66earthenware, die-stamped reliefOverall: 112.4 x 19 cm (44 1/4 x 7 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph KingCCCC0
Luster Bowl with Man Holding a Banner
Iraq, probably Baghdad, Abbasid Period
1959.331earthenware with luster-painted designDiameter: 24.2 cm (9 1/2 in.); Overall: 7.4 cm (2 15/16 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Figurine Holding A Ball(?)
Mexico, Guerrero, Xochipala style (1500-500 BC)
1998.82earthenware, pigmentOverall: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.)Gift of Clara Taplin RankinCCCC0
Hollow Tile:  Lintel from Tomb-Chamber Doorway
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1915.69earthenware, die-stamped reliefOverall: 137.2 cm (54 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph KingCCCC0
Plaque
John Bennett (American, 1840–1907)
1986.30earthenware with underglaze painted decorationDiameter: 42.8 cm (16 7/8 in.); Overall: 4.5 cm (1 3/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Oval Dish
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.55lead-glazed earthenwareOverall: 32 x 24 cm (12 5/8 x 9 7/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Panel from Model Cooking Stove:  Fairy Feeding Lingzhi Fungus to a Dragon
China, from a tomb in Xi'an, Shanxi province, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1925.134earthenware with impressed relief decoration11.5 x 30.8 x 1.3 cm (4 1/2 x 12 1/8 x 1/2 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Three-Part Pitcher
Iran, Luristan
1942.1081earthenware, unglazed slipOverall: 18.1 x 17 x 21.5 cm (7 1/8 x 6 11/16 x 8 7/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Bowl
Fatimid Egypt, Fustat
1915.642earthenware with luster-painted designDiameter: 12 cm (4 3/4 in.); Overall: 4.6 cm (1 13/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Lidded Jar
Korea, Silla (57 BC-935) or Kaya (AD 42-562) period
1997.20red earthenware with incised band designsOverall: 13.5 cm (5 5/16 in.); Outer diameter: 9.2 cm (3 5/8 in.)Gift of the John D. Proctor FoundationCCCC0
Nishapur Figural Bowl
Iran, Nishapur, Samanid period (819–1005)
1959.249Earthenware with underglaze decorationOverall: 8 x 35.6 cm (3 1/8 x 14 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Rhine Maidens
Waylande Gregory (American, 1905–1971) and 1 other
2004.91glazed earthenwareOverall: 68.5 x 81.3 cm (26 15/16 x 32 in.)The Mary Spedding Milliken Memorial Fund©
Luster Bowl with Ibex
Egypt, Fustat (Old Cairo), Fatimid period (909–1171)
1944.477earthenware with luster-painted designOverall: 9.6 x 24.7 cm (3 3/4 x 9 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Covered Jug
Haviland Factory at Auteuil (French) and 1 other
1984.184earthenware with pewter hingeOverall: 31.6 x 18.8 cm (12 7/16 x 7 3/8 in.)In memory of Hattie M. Horvitz from her sons Harry, Leonard, and BillCCCC0
Dish with Open Work
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.56lead-glazed earthenwareDiameter: 26 cm (10 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Oval Dish
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.54earthenware and lead glazesOverall: 30 x 22.6 cm (11 13/16 x 8 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pair of Figure in Flower Ornaments
Mexico, Yucatán, Jaina Island region, Campeche, Maya style (250-900)
1967.155earthenware with slipDiameter: 3 cm (1 3/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James B. Wadhams in memory of Miss Helen HumphreysCCCC0
Box
Judith Salomon (American, b. 1952)
1983.181earthenwareOverall: 41.6 x 34.5 x 30.5 cm (16 3/8 x 13 9/16 x 12 in.)Gift of the Sarah Stern Michael Fund in memory of Oscar Michael, Jr.©
Jaguar Bowl
Colombia, 9th-16th Century
1998.87resist-painted earthenwareOverall: 12.1 x 12.8 x 17.6 cm (4 3/4 x 5 1/16 x 6 15/16 in.)Gift of Phyllis Sloane in memory of Rose WhiteCCCC0
Warrior Figurine with Removable Headdress
Mexico, Yucatán, Jaina Island region, Campeche, Maya style (250-900)
1963.93earthenware with pigmentOverall: 26.1 cm (10 1/4 in.)James Albert and Mary Gardiner Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Emaciated Crouching Figure
Mexico, Nayarit, San Sebastian Red Style
1990.261earthenware with burnished red slipOverall: 14 x 8.9 x 8.9 cm (5 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 3 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Hollow Tile:  Column from Tomb-Chamber Doorway
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1915.68earthenware, die-stamped reliefOverall: 113.7 x 18.4 cm (44 3/4 x 7 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph KingCCCC0
Vessel  with Running Figures
Peru, North Coast, Moche style (50-800)
1947.172earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 29 x 15.6 cm (11 7/16 x 6 1/8 in.)Gift of John WiseCCCC0
Cylinder Vessel with Deities
Guatemala, Kixpek, Maya (Chamá) style (250-900)
1954.391earthenware with colored slipsDiameter of mouth: 15.5 x 16.5 cm (6 1/8 x 6 1/2 in.); Overall: 16.6 cm (6 9/16 in.)John L. Severance Fund and an anonymous giftCCCC0
Bella Donna Charger
Italy, Papal States, Deruta
1923.1096tin-glazed earthenware with yellow and blue lustre (maiolica)Diameter: 8.6 x 41.3 cm (3 3/8 x 16 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Two-Handled "Oak Leaf" Drug Jar with Male and Female Portraits
Giunta di Tugio (Italian, c. 1382–1450)
1943.54tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Overall: 20.4 cm (8 1/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Albarello with Two Rabbits
Spain, Paterna, 14th century
1943.276tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Overall: 22.3 x 9.9 cm (8 3/4 x 3 7/8 in.)In memory of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Humphreys, gift of their daughter HelenCCCC0
Cylindrical Jar
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1948.214lead glazed earthenware with molded reliefDiameter: 27.3 cm (10 3/4 in.); height: 26.7 cm (10 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Charger Depicting the Three Graces
Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465?–1553)
1945.2tin-glazed earthenware with gold lustre (maiolica)Diameter: 44.8 cm (17 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Circular Plate with Perseus and Andromeda
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.53earthenware with lead glazesDiameter: 24 cm (9 7/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
"Bear-Woman" Vessel
Marlik, northwest Iran, c. 1200-1000 BC
1967.35ceramic, earthenware, burnishedOverall: 24.1 x 14.7 x 16.5 cm (9 1/2 x 5 13/16 x 6 1/2 in.)James Albert and Mary Gardiner Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Mortuary Figures of the Zodiac Signs
China, Northern Wei dynasty (386-534)
1972.76gray earthenware with traces of slipOverall: 22.6 cm (8 7/8 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Bowl
Southwest, New Mexico, Mimbres Valley, 11th-12th century
1973.165earthenwareOverall: 9 x 20.5 cm (3 9/16 x 8 1/16 in.)James Albert and Mary Gardiner Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Plate Depicting the Baptism of Christ
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1975.33earthenware with lead glazeOverall: 30.5 x 26.1 cm (12 x 10 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Dish with a Lion
Italy, Florence, 15th century
1966.19tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 28.6 cm (11 1/4 in.)Norman O. Stone and Ella A. Stone Memorial FundCCCC0
Two-Handled "Oak Leaf" Pharmacy Jar with Fleur-de-Lys
Giunta di Tugio (Italian, c. 1382–1450)
1943.391tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Overall: 29.6 cm (11 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Planter
Howard William Kottler (American, 1930–1989)
1964.124earthenwareOverall: 7 x 55.9 x 68.6 cm (2 3/4 x 22 x 27 in.)Gift of The Cleveland Art Association©
Plate: The Sacrifice of Isaac
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1975.32lead-glazed earthenware Overall: 31.7 x 26.7 cm (12 1/2 x 10 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Lidded Jar with Horn Handle
Korea, Silla (57 BC-935) or Kaya (AD 42-562) period
1997.19red earthenware with applied red slipOverall: 15.2 cm (6 in.); Outer diameter: 13.4 cm (5 1/4 in.)Gift of the John D. Proctor FoundationCCCC0
Vessel with Crested Heads
West Mexico, Colima, Comala style (200 BC-AD 300)
1990.262earthenware with colored slip, black burial depositsDiameter: 22.2 x 32.8 cm (8 3/4 x 12 15/16 in.); Overall: 22.2 cm (8 3/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Pair of Fawns
Waylande Gregory (American, 1905–1971) and 1 other
1929.389earthenwarePart 1: 33.7 x 17.8 cm (13 1/4 x 7 in.); Part 2: 30.8 x 17.8 cm (12 1/8 x 7 in.)Educational Purchase Fund©
Dish
Spain, probably Valencia
1915.712Tin-glazed earthenware with luster-painted designDiameter: 42.6 cm (16 3/4 in.)Hinman B. Hurlbut CollectionCCCC0
Archaic Figurine
Mexico, Guanajuato, Chupicuaro, 4th-1st Century BC
1952.454earthenware with pigmentsOverall: 12.8 cm (5 1/16 in.)Gift of John WiseCCCC0
Camel
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1967.147glazed earthenwareOverall: 79.4 cm (31 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Box in the Form of Asparagus
Sceaux Factory (French, active 1748–66)
1966.229tin-glazed earthenware (faience) with enamel decorationOverall: 6.4 x 17.8 x 8.3 cm (2 1/2 x 7 x 3 1/4 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Carvel Vessel with an Underworld Diety (God L)
Mexico, Yucatán Peninsula, Maya (Chocholá) style
1970.35earthenware, slip, pigmentOverall: 14.7 x 16.1 cm (5 13/16 x 6 5/16 in.)Norman O. Stone and Ella A. Stone Memorial FundCCCC0
Incense-burner Cover
Guatemala, Escuintla Region, early 6th Century
1969.25earthenware with slip and pigmentsOverall: 44.8 x 43 x 31.5 cm (17 5/8 x 16 15/16 x 12 3/8 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Severed Head Effigy Vessel
Peru, South Coast, Nasca
1997.2earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 22 x 20.5 x 24.5 cm (8 11/16 x 8 1/16 x 9 5/8 in.)James Albert and Mary Gardiner Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Plate with Arms of the Vitelleschi Family
Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465?–1553)
1950.155tin-glazed earthenware with gold luster (maiolica)Diameter: 26.3 cm (10 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Portrait Head Vessel
Peru, North Coast, Moche style (50-800)
1930.627earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 30.5 x 28.9 x 25 cm (12 x 11 3/8 x 9 13/16 in.)Gift of Guerdon S. HoldenCCCC0
Oval Dish Depicting Cumaean Sibyl
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.58earthenware with lead glazesOverall: 38 x 26.4 cm (14 15/16 x 10 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Dish with Splashes of Green
Iraq, Basra, Abbasid period (750–1258)
1915.304Earthenware with overglaze designDiameter: 30.2 cm (11 7/8 in.); Overall: 1.3 cm (1/2 in.)The Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
The Cobbler and His Bird
France, Bellevue near Toul, late 18th century
1969.73earthenwareOverall: 31.5 x 30.8 x 19.7 cm (12 3/8 x 12 1/8 x 7 3/4 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Carved Bowl
New Guinea, Abelman, late 20th century
1999.11earthenware with mineral pigmentsDiameter: 28.4 cm (11 3/16 in.); Overall: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.)John L. Severance Fund©
Charger
Daubron frères (French)
2003.52glazed and gilt earthenwareDiameter: 33 cm (13 in.)Gift of Charles L. Venable and Martin K. Webb in honor of Henry H. HawleyCCCC0
Tripod Vessel with Lid
Mexico or Central America, Maya style (250-900)
1996.400earthenware with pigmentOverall: 10 x 11.1 cm (3 15/16 x 4 3/8 in.)Gift of Brian and Florence MahonyCCCC0
Carved Bowl
Melanesia, New Guinea, Abelam people, late 20th century
1999.10earthenware with mineral pigmentsDiameter: 29 cm (11 7/16 in.); Overall: 12.6 cm (4 15/16 in.)John L. Severance Fund©
Covered Milk Jug
Pont-aux-Choux Factory (French)
1962.378Lead- glazed earthenware (faience fine); pewterOverall: 23.3 x 15.3 x 12.1 cm (9 3/16 x 6 x 4 3/4 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Blue and Yellow Vase
Daniel T. Postotnik (American, b. 1961)
1990.63earthenwareDiameter: 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in.); Overall: 59.1 x 33.2 cm (23 1/4 x 13 1/16 in.)The Mary Spedding Milliken Memorial Collection, Gift of William Mathewson Milliken©
Earthenware Jug painted with Blue and Turquoise
Iraq, Basra, Abbasid Period, 9th century
1960.277earthenware with overglaze-painted designDiameter of mouth: 6.8 cm (2 11/16 in.); Overall: 8.9 cm (3 1/2 in.); Diameter of base: 8.9 cm (3 1/2 in.)Norman O. Stone and Ella A. Stone Memorial FundCCCC0
Bowl
Gertrud Natzler (American, born Vienna, Austria, 1908–1971) and 1 other
2020.88Earthenware with chartreuse glaze4.5 x 14.3 x 14.8 cm (1 3/4 x 5 5/8 x 5 13/16 in.)Gift of Catherine Glynn Benkaim and Barbara Timmer©
Bowl
Peru, South Coast, Nasca, Florescent
1961.196earthenwareOverall: 8.7 x 13.3 cm (3 7/16 x 5 1/4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. Byers HaysCCCC0
Seated Female Figure
Mexico, Nayarit, Chinesco Style
1990.270earthenware with burnished, colored slips and resist patterningOverall: 23.5 x 16 x 14 cm (9 1/4 x 6 5/16 x 5 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Monju Triad
Japan, possibly Meiji period (1868-1912)
1915.314EarthenwareDiameter: 38.8 cm (15 1/4 in.)The Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Li, Hollow-Legged Tripod
China, Inner Mongolia, lower stratum of the Xiajiadian culture, late 2nd or early 1st millennium BC
2005.20dark gray earthenwareOverall: 22.9 x 17 cm (9 x 6 11/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas FrenchCCCC0
Green Wheat Salad Plate
Gale Turnbull (American, 1889–1962) and 1 other
2010.466earthenware with decal decorationOverall: 1.4 x 21 cm (9/16 x 8 1/4 in.)Gift of Charles L. Venable and Martin K. Webb©
Green Wheat Cup and Saucer
Gale Turnbull (American, 1889–1962) and 1 other
2010.467earthenware with decal decorationOverall: 6.5 x 10.5 x 8 cm (2 9/16 x 4 1/8 x 3 1/8 in.)Gift of Charles L. Venable and Martin K. Webb©
Pedestalled Dish
Japan, Jōmon period (c. 10,500-300 BC)
2001.133burnished earthenware with carved and impressed decorationOverall: 9.5 x 19 x 5.1 cm (3 3/4 x 7 1/2 x 2 in.); Pedestal: 3.5 x 3.5 cm (1 3/8 x 1 3/8 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Vase
Max Laeuger (German, 1864–1952)
1997.283earthenwareDiameter: 9.8 cm (3 7/8 in.); Overall: 22.2 cm (8 3/4 in.)Gift of Henry H. Hawley©
Bottle (H325)
Gertrud Natzler (American, born Vienna, Austria, 1908–1971) and 1 other
2020.90Earthenware with Moleskin glaze?height: 16 x 11.1 x 11.1 cm (6 5/16 x 4 3/8 x 4 3/8 in.)Gift of Catherine Glynn Benkaim and Barbara Timmer©
Lamp Stand with Coiling Dragons and Lotus Design
China, Sui dynasty (581-618) to early Tang dynasty (618-907)
2017.13Glazed earthenware, sancai (three-color ware)height: 22.8 cm (9 in.)Gift of Donna and James ReidCCCC0
Plate with the Name "Maria"
Spain, Valencia, 15th century
1944.292tin-glazed earthenware, gold lustreDiameter: 46.7 cm (18 3/8 in.); Overall: 5.8 x 47 cm (2 5/16 x 18 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Plate with Fish
Portugal, Caldos de Rainha, 19th century
1987.224earthenwareDiameter: 45.4 cm (17 7/8 in.); Overall: 17.7 x 46.6 cm (6 15/16 x 18 3/8 in.)Gift of Samuel MerrinCCCC0
Demitasse Cup and Saucer
Gertrud Natzler (American, born Vienna, Austria, 1908–1971) and 1 other
2020.89Earthenware with gunmetal metallic glazeCup: 5.7 x 8.8 x 6.5 cm (2 1/4 x 3 7/16 x 2 9/16 in.)Gift of Catherine Glynn Benkaim and Barbara Timmer©
Casino Shape Covered Vegetable Dish with Athlone Pattern
Charles Noke (British) and 1 other
2004.106earthenware with printed and painted decorationOverall: 11.2 x 26.8 x 22.3 cm (4 7/16 x 10 9/16 x 8 3/4 in.)Gift of Charles Venable and Martin K. Webb in honor of Lynn Cameron©
Charger with Arms of the Vigeri Family
Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465?–1553)
1943.56tin-glazed earthenware with gold and red lustre (maiolica)Diameter: 39.4 cm (15 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Urn with Triangular Patterns
Northwest China, Neolithic period, Majiayao culture
2017.21Earthenware with slip-painted decorationOverall: 36.5 x 39.5 cm (14 3/8 x 15 9/16 in.)Gift of Donna and James ReidCCCC0
Head with Animal Helmet
Mexico, Gulf Coast, San Andrés Tuxtla(?), 7th-11th Century
1990.237earthenware, pigmentOverall: 39.1 x 23.4 x 16.5 cm (15 3/8 x 9 3/16 x 6 1/2 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Bushel and a Peck
Howard William Kottler (American, 1930–1989)
1974.70earthenware, glazed and ceramic decalsOverall: 19.6 x 29.8 x 19.6 cm (7 11/16 x 11 3/4 x 7 11/16 in.)The Mary Spedding Milliken Memorial Collection, Gift of William Mathewson Milliken©
Plate Depicting the Myth of Cadmus
Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465?–1553)
1950.156tin-glazed earthenware with gold lustre (maiolica)Diameter: 26.3 cm (10 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Albarello
Spain, Manises, 15th century
1953.287tin-glazed earthenware, brown lustreOverall: 30.7 x 11.5 cm (12 1/16 x 4 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Jar
China, reportedly Ch'angsha, Hunan province, Eastern Zhou dynasty (771-256 BC), Warring States period (475-221 BC)
1938.195earthenware with stamped decorationDiameter of mouth: 12.8 cm (5 1/16 in.); Overall: 25.7 cm (10 1/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Urn
Japan, Jōmon period (c. 10,500-300 BC)
1960.196earthenware, terracotta, impressed and incisedDiameter: 33 cm (13 in.); Overall: 39.4 cm (15 1/2 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Vase
Honduras, Maya
1945.375earthenwareDiameter: 21.7 x 19.8 cm (8 9/16 x 7 13/16 in.); Overall: 22.2 cm (8 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Bowl with Two Birds
Iran, Nishapur or Central Asia, Samarkand, Samanid Period, 10th century
1969.300earthenware with underglaze slip-painted decorationOverall: 7.6 x 25 cm (3 x 9 13/16 in.)Gift of George P. BickfordCCCC0
Green Wheat Soup Bowl
Gale Turnbull (American, 1889–1962) and 1 other
2010.468ceramic, earthenware with decal decorationOverall: 3 x 21.2 cm (1 3/16 x 8 3/8 in.)Gift of Charles L. Venable and Martin K. Webb©
Vase
Artus Van Briggle (American, 1869–1904)
1988.124earthenwareDiameter: 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.); Overall: 28.3 cm (11 1/8 in.)Gift of Elisabeth and John Harter in memory of Hazel Harter JonesCCCC0
Plate
Harold Wesley Hunsicker (American, 1904–1990)
1984.47earthenwareDiameter: 31.6 cm (12 7/16 in.); Overall: 3.7 cm (1 7/16 in.)Gift of Berenice Kent©
Head of a Lohan
China, Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
1917.293earthenwareOverall: 39.4 cm (15 1/2 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Two-Handled Bowl
Argentina, Santamariana Culture, 11th-15th century
1968.244earthenwareDiameter: 25 cm (9 13/16 in.); Overall: 13.4 x 26.9 cm (5 1/4 x 10 9/16 in.)Gift of Katherine C. WhiteCCCC0
Bowl
Dorathea Warren O'Hara (American, 1875–1963)
1988.125earthenwareDiameter: 7.2 x 30.3 cm (2 13/16 x 11 15/16 in.)Gift of Elisabeth and John Harter©
Incensario (Incense Burner) Support
Mesoamerica, Maya, Palenque region, Classic Period (250-900) or modern
1965.248earthenware with pigmentsOverall: 92.1 x 48.3 x 24.8 cm (36 1/4 x 19 x 9 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Funerary Urn
Mexico, Oaxaca, 5th-6th Century
1963.669earthenwareOverall: 35.5 x 27.9 x 20 cm (14 x 11 x 7 7/8 in.)Gift of the Eastman FamilyCCCC0
Warrior in Sheet-Metal Armor
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1915.626earthenwareOverall: 43.5 cm (17 1/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Bacchus
England, Staffordshire, Pratt ware, late 18th-early 19th Century
1962.122earthenwareOverall: 21.9 cm (8 5/8 in.)Gift from Barnett B. Segelin and Edward A. Hinkle CollectionCCCC0
Bowl
Iraq or Iran, 9th-10th Century
1915.303earthenware with underglaze-painted and incised designDiameter: 39.1 cm (15 3/8 in.)The Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Footed Bowl
Fulper Pottery (American)
1982.339earthenwareDiameter: 29.6 cm (11 5/8 in.); Overall: 15.6 cm (6 1/8 in.)Gift of Jeannette Vixseboxse Yeagle©
Vase with Trophy-heads and Warriors
Peru, South Coast, Nasca, 5th-7th Century
1930.728earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 19.4 x 14 cm (7 5/8 x 5 1/2 in.)James Albert Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Plate Depicting a Lion
Italy, Cafaggiolo, 15th century
1923.915tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 35.6 cm (14 in.); Overall: 7.9 cm (3 1/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Cylindrical Storage Jar: Venus on the Sea Shore
Italy, Faenza, 16th century
1940.12tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 29.8 x 18.9 cm (11 3/4 x 7 7/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Seated Figure
Colombia, Pre-Columbian
1921.1546earthenwareOverall: 27.5 x 14 cm (10 13/16 x 5 1/2 in.)Gift of W. A. PriceCCCC0
Pedestal Plate
Panama, Coclé, 14th-15th century
1962.248earthenwareOverall: 13.5 x 26.5 cm (5 5/16 x 10 7/16 in.)Bequest of Jane Taft IngallsCCCC0
The Cobbler
Paul-Louis Cyfflé (Flemish, 1724–1806)
1964.526earthenwareOverall: 22.3 cm (8 3/4 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Vase
Rookwood Pottery Company (American, established 1880) and 1 other
1989.123earthenwareDiameter: 18.3 cm (7 3/16 in.); Overall: 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in.)Gift of Kathryn S. Weitzel in memory of her parents, Margaret and Walter WeitzelCCCC0
Covered Jar
Theodorus A. C. Colenbrander (Dutch, 1841–1930) and 1 other
1986.60earthenwareOverall: 39 x 12.5 cm (15 3/8 x 4 15/16 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
Bottle Form--Raku
Neil J. Patterson (American, b. 1963)
1988.213earthenwareDiameter: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.); Overall: 26.2 x 13.2 cm (10 5/16 x 5 3/16 in.)Wishing Well Fund©
Bowl with Griffin
Northwest Iran, Garrus district, Seljuk period, 12th century
1925.1182earthenware with underglaze slip-painted decorationOverall: 6.6 x 16.7 cm (2 5/8 x 6 9/16 in.)Dudley P. Allen FundCCCC0
Camel with Rider (Tomb Figure)
China, Sui dynasty (581-618) - Tang dynasty (618-907)
1970.57brown earthenware with polychromyOverall: 31.3 x 33.7 cm (12 5/16 x 13 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Corinthian Vase
Greece, 7th Century BC
1924.874.aearthenwareOverall: 14.5 cm (5 11/16 in.)Gift of J. H. WadeCCCC0
Haniwa in the Form of a Shield
Japan, Kofun period (c. AD 300-710)
1999.170Earthenware with applied, cut, and incised designs and red slipOverall: 120 x 48.7 x 18 cm (47 1/4 x 19 3/16 x 7 1/16 in.)The Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Vessel with Crested Atlantean (Supporting) FIgures
West Mexico, Colima, Comala style (200 BC-AD 300)
1998.28earthenware with colored slip, black burial depositsDiameter: 24.5 x 33.5 cm (9 5/8 x 13 3/16 in.); Overall: 22.9 cm (9 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Tile
Alexandre Bigot (French, 1862–1927) and 1 other
1994.6earthenwareOverall: 37.8 x 30.8 x 4.9 cm (14 7/8 x 12 1/8 x 1 15/16 in.)Gift of George Vassos and Effie Oulas in memory of Stelios and Sofia VassosCCCC0
Corinthian Vase (lid)
Greece, 7th Century BC
1924.874.bearthenwareOverall: 14.5 cm (5 11/16 in.)Gift of J. H. WadeCCCC0
Pharmacy Jar (Albarello)
Italy, Tuscany, 15th century
1954.258tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Overall: 34.3 x 15.9 cm (13 1/2 x 6 1/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Tomb Tile
China, from Chin Ts'un, Hunan province, Eastern Zhou dynasty (771-256 BC)
1915.71earthenware with stamped decorationOverall: 175.2 x 43.2 cm (69 x 17 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph KingCCCC0
Corinthian Vase
Greece, 7th Century BC
1924.875.aearthenwareOverall: 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in.)Gift of J. H. WadeCCCC0
Jar (Hu)
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1915.373earthenwareOverall: 49 cm (19 5/16 in.)Gift of Ralph KingCCCC0
Jug
Staffordshire Factory (British)
1962.120earthenwareOverall: 22 cm (8 11/16 in.)Gift from the Barnett B. Segelin and Edward A. Hinkle CollectionCCCC0
Drinking Vessel with Handle
Argentina, Cienga Culture, early 7th Century
1968.243earthenwareDiameter: 16 cm (6 5/16 in.); Overall: 12.8 x 20 cm (5 1/16 x 7 7/8 in.)Gift of Katherine C. WhiteCCCC0
Monkey
Rookwood Pottery Company (American, established 1880) and 1 other
1976.153earthenwareOverall: 12.6 x 12.7 cm (4 15/16 x 5 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Milgrim©
Bowl
Wedgwood Factory (British)
1988.47earthenwareDiameter: 26 cm (10 1/4 in.); Overall: 10.7 cm (4 3/16 in.)Gift of Helen M. WalkerCCCC0
Covered Bowl
Saint-Clément Factory (French)
1961.2tin-glazed earthenware (faience) with enamel decorationOverall: 13.4 x 16.9 cm (5 1/4 x 6 5/8 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Corinthian Vase (lid)
Greece, 7th Century BC
1924.875.bearthenwareOverall: 17.5 cm (6 7/8 in.)Gift of J. H. WadeCCCC0
Ewer
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1987.148glazed earthenware, sancai (three-color ware)Diameter: 13.5 cm (5 5/16 in.); Overall: 27.3 cm (10 3/4 in.)The Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Pair of Standing Figures
Mexico, Nayarit, Ixtlan del Rio Style
1990.266earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 52 x 32.5 x 19.5 cm (20 1/2 x 12 13/16 x 7 11/16 in.); Part 2: 48 x 30.8 x 16 cm (18 7/8 x 12 1/8 x 6 5/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Female Dancer:  Tomb Figurine
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1983.26earthenware with polychromyOverall: 33.2 cm (13 1/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Plate: Diana and Acteon
Maestro Giorgio Andreoli (Italian, 1465?–1553)
1940.13tin-glazed earthenware with gold and red lustre (maiolica)Diameter: 30.2 cm (11 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Kneeling Woman
China, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9) - Eastern Han dynasty (25-220)
1964.162painted earthenwareOverall: 33.7 x 25 cm (13 1/4 x 9 13/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin CollectionCCCC0
Writing Stand
Sinceny Factory (French)
1963.516Tin- glazed earthenware (faience) wth enamel decorationOverall: 17.2 x 26.9 x 17.8 cm (6 3/4 x 10 9/16 x 7 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Double-Handled Beaker
China, type-site at Qijiaping, Gansu province, Neolithic period, Qijia Culture
1971.228burnished earthenwareEdward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Vessel with Female Faces
Peru, South Coast, Nasca style (100 BC-AD 700)
1930.727earthenware with colored slipsOverall: 13.8 x 9.6 cm (5 7/16 x 3 3/4 in.)James Albert Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Rustic Platter
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1969.106lead glazed earthenwareOverall: 52.4 x 40.7 cm (20 5/8 x 16 in.)Gift of the John B. Putnam FoundationCCCC0
Dish
Germany, Bingen on the Rhine, 18th century
1917.278earthenwareDiameter: 31.1 cm (12 1/4 in.)Gift of J. R. OppenheimerCCCC0
Regarded Blue Pot
Howard William Kottler (American, 1930–1989)
1971.74earthenware decorated with lustre glazesOverall: 45.8 x 37.5 x 11.5 cm (18 1/16 x 14 3/4 x 4 1/2 in.)Wishing Well Fund©
Khmer Vase
Cambodia
1989.366earthenware with dark brown glazeOverall: 28.2 cm (11 1/8 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Bowl
Italy, early 16th century
1972.75reddish earthenware, incised slipwareDiameter: 41 cm (16 1/8 in.)Gift of Edward R. LubinCCCC0
Red-Burnished Jug
Iran, Amlash, 10th-8th century BC
1977.180earthenwareDiameter: 37.4 cm (14 3/4 in.); Diameter of mouth: 10.3 cm (4 1/16 in.); Overall: 45.4 cm (17 7/8 in.)Gift of Osborne and Gratia HaugeCCCC0
Female Figurine
Mexico, Michoacán
1990.257earthenware with pigmentOverall: 12.6 x 6.8 x 2.5 cm (4 15/16 x 2 11/16 x 1 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Plate Depicting Jonah
France, Lyon, 16th century
1983.36tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 5.1 x 24.2 cm (2 x 9 1/2 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Female Attendant (Tomb Figurine)
China, probably Shensi province, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1983.6gray earthenware with slip coating and traces of polychromyOverall: 54.9 cm (21 5/8 in.)Leonard C. Hanna, Jr. FundCCCC0
Dish Depicting the Expulsion
France, Lyon, 16th century
1983.35tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Diameter: 1.9 x 23.5 cm (3/4 x 9 1/4 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Footed Vase
Costa Rica
1946.232earthenwareDiameter of mouth: 26.6 x 27.1 x 22.5 cm (10 1/2 x 10 11/16 x 8 7/8 in.); Overall: 26.4 x 23 cm (10 3/8 x 9 1/16 in.)Gift of John WiseCCCC0
Urn
England, late 18th or 19th century
1958.60earthenwareOverall: 17.2 cm (6 3/4 in.)Bequest of Leonard C. Hanna, Jr.CCCC0
Pedestal Centerpiece
Wiener Kunstkeramische Werkstätte Busch und Ludescher (Austrian)
1990.123earthenwareDiameter: 31.2 cm (12 5/16 in.)John L. Severance Fund©
Small Pitcher
Martin Rettig (American, 1869–1956) and 1 other
1997.281earthenwareOverall: 13.8 x 9 cm (5 7/16 x 3 9/16 in.)Gift of Henry H. HawleyCCCC0
Bowl
Wedgwood Factory (British)
1951.297earthenwareDiameter: 21.3 cm (8 3/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. John SherwinCCCC0
Jar
Thailand, Ban Chiang, Neolithic Period
1973.13earthenwareOverall: 28 cm (11 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Small Pot
Georges Hoentschel (French, 1855–1915)
1997.278earthenwareDiameter: 7.1 cm (2 13/16 in.); Overall: 6.1 cm (2 3/8 in.)Gift of Henry H. HawleyCCCC0
Vase
Edward Timothy Hurley (American, 1869–1950) and 1 other
1997.292earthenwareOverall: 25.1 x 14.7 cm (9 7/8 x 5 13/16 in.)Gift of Henry H. Hawley©
Jug
Iran or Iraq, late Seljuq Period, 11th-13th Century
1915.305earthenwareOverall: 15.5 x 11 cm (6 1/8 x 4 5/16 in.)The Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Bowl
China, Yuan dynasty (1271-1368)
1917.59earthenwareDiameter: 16.6 cm (6 9/16 in.); Overall: 7.4 cm (2 15/16 in.)Gift of Ralph KingCCCC0
Plate
Carel-Adolphe-Lion Cachet (Netherlandish, 1864–1945) and 1 other
1996.264earthenwareDiameter: 20.4 cm (8 1/16 in.); Overall: 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in.)Anonymous GiftCCCC0
Cup
Iran, Luristan (?), 3rd-2nd Millenium BC
1942.544earthenwareDiameter: 7.7 cm (3 1/16 in.); Overall: 4.4 cm (1 3/4 in.)Bequest of Mrs. J. Livingstone TaylorCCCC0
Lion with Cub in Mouth
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1940.47earthenware with polychrome glazeOverall: 15.3 cm (6 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Bowl
Northwest Iran, Aghkand (Azerbaijan area), 12th-13th century
1944.483earthenware with underglaze slip-painted decorationOverall: 9.8 x 31 cm (3 7/8 x 12 3/16 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Ear Cup (Erbei) for Wine
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1929.992lead glazed earthenwareOverall: 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Jug
Cyprus, Late Cypriot I
1916.1992black-glazed earthenwareDiameter: 6.7 cm (2 5/8 in.); Overall: 9.5 cm (3 3/4 in.); Diameter of lid: 2.1 cm (13/16 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Jug
Iran, 10th-12th century
1915.306earthenwareOverall: 13.2 x 12 cm (5 3/16 x 4 3/4 in.)The Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Bowl
Iran, Sasanian Period, 3rd-7th Century
1935.242earthenwareGift of the American Institute for Persian Art and ArchaeologyCCCC0
Vase
Rookwood Pottery Company (American, established 1880) and 1 other
1991.139earthenwareDiameter: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.); Overall: 18.6 cm (7 5/16 in.)Gift of Ellen Laws Burwig and Elmer F. BurwigCCCC0
Figure of an Arab Woman
Zsolnay Factory (Hungarian)
1997.267earthenwareOverall: 29.4 x 10.9 x 10 cm (11 9/16 x 4 5/16 x 3 15/16 in.)Gift of Henry H. Hawley©
Pot
Iran, Luristan (?), 3rd-2nd Millenium BC
1942.545earthenwareDiameter of mouth: 5.6 cm (2 3/16 in.); Overall: 8.4 cm (3 5/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. J. Livingstone TaylorCCCC0
Bowl
Peru, Shipibo, 20th century
1998.25earthenwareOverall: 10.8 x 20.5 cm (4 1/4 x 8 1/16 in.)Gift of Irene D. Goldhamer©
Game Pie Dish
Minton Pottery and Porcelain Factory (British)
2012.120earthenwareOverall: 18.6 x 34.5 x 21.5 cm (7 5/16 x 13 9/16 x 8 7/16 in.)Bequest of Dr. Paul J. Vignos, Jr.CCCC0
Tea Service
England, 19th century
1977.85earthenwareGift from the Collection of Albert G. LevineCCCC0
Plate with Flowers
Henry Varnum Poor (American, 1888–1970)
1997.276earthenwareDiameter: 23.8 cm (9 3/8 in.); Overall: 3.3 cm (1 5/16 in.)Gift of Henry H. Hawley©
Bowl with Bands and Spirals in Relief
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1989.269glazed earthenware with molded decorationDiameter: 10.1 cm (4 in.); Overall: 3.9 cm (1 9/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. Severance A. MillikinCCCC0
Jug
Italy, Siena, 14th century
1991.112tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)Overall: 26.9 x 10 cm (10 9/16 x 3 15/16 in.)Seventy-fifth anniversary gift of Rainer ZietzCCCC0
Tomb Tile
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1915.73earthenware with stamped decorationOverall: 117.5 x 35.3 cm (46 1/4 x 13 7/8 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph KingCCCC0
Cocoon Flask
China, Western Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 9)
1916.1398earthenwareDiameter of mouth: 9.3 cm (3 11/16 in.); Overall: 26.4 x 34.8 cm (10 3/8 x 13 11/16 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Pot
Iran, Luristan (?), 3rd-2nd Millenium BC
1942.546earthenwareDiameter of mouth: 5.8 cm (2 5/16 in.); Overall: 7.4 cm (2 15/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. J. Livingstone TaylorCCCC0
Urn
England, late 18th or 19th century
1958.63earthenwareOverall: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.)Bequest of Leonard C. Hanna, Jr.CCCC0
Vase
Moorcroft Pottery (British, est. 1913)
1985.126earthenwareOverall: 36.9 x 16.9 cm (14 1/2 x 6 5/8 in.)Gift from Gloria Morgan Merkle in memory of Hortense Boylan Griswold©
Urn
England, late 18th or 19th century
1958.62earthenwareOverall: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.)Bequest of Leonard C. Hanna, Jr.CCCC0
Urn
England, late 18th or 19th century
1958.64earthenwareOverall: 17.8 cm (7 in.)Bequest of Leonard C. Hanna, Jr.CCCC0
Vase
Rookwood Pottery Company (American, established 1880) and 1 other
1991.138earthenwareDiameter: 10.2 cm (4 in.); Overall: 19.1 cm (7 1/2 in.)Gift of Ellen Laws Burwig and Elmer F. Burwig©
Horse's Head
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1997.115earthenwareOverall: 15.3 cm (6 in.)Bequest of Mrs. A. Dean PerryCCCC0
Sake Pot
Peter Shire (American, 1947-)
1997.280earthenwareOverall: 11.2 x 18.5 x 4 cm (4 7/16 x 7 5/16 x 1 9/16 in.); without cover: 9 cm (3 9/16 in.)Gift of Henry H. Hawley©
Tea Caddy with Lid
Staffordshire Factory (British)
2003.247earthenwareOverall: 12.2 x 8.5 x 6.4 cm (4 13/16 x 3 3/8 x 2 1/2 in.); with cover: 13 cm (5 1/8 in.)Bequest of Nicholas J. VelloneyCCCC0
Bowl
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1974.272glazed earthenwareDiameter: 10.1 cm (4 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert P. SchaferCCCC0
Flower Vase
Saint-Porchaire (French)
1950.125lead-glazed white-paste earthenware, molded and inlaid slip decorationDiameter of top: 14.5 cm (5 11/16 in.); Diameter of base: 45.7 x 17.2 cm (18 x 6 3/4 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Urn
England, late 18th or 19th century
1958.61earthenwareOverall: 20.7 cm (8 1/8 in.)Bequest of Leonard C. Hanna, Jr.CCCC0
Wicker-Work Covered Sauce Tureen on Stand
Wedgwood Factory (British)
2003.248earthenwareOverall: 18 x 19.7 x 19.7 cm (7 1/16 x 7 3/4 x 7 3/4 in.)Bequest of Nicholas J. VelloneyCCCC0
Fruit Bowl
Grossherzogliche Majolika-Manifaktur (German, 1901-) and 1 other
2009.371earthenwareOverall: 15 x 29 x 24.5 cm (5 7/8 x 11 7/16 x 9 5/8 in.)Gift of Henry H. Hawley©
Groom (Tomb Figure)
China, Sui dynasty (581-618) - Tang dynasty (618-907)
1970.58buff earthenware with polychromyOverall: 21 x 8.3 cm (8 1/4 x 3 1/4 in.)John L. Severance FundCCCC0
Covered Tureen in the Form of a Basket of Game
Sceaux Factory (French, active 1748–66)
1983.52Tin- glazed earthenware (faience) wth enamel decorationOverall: 20 x 42.3 x 27.5 cm (7 7/8 x 16 5/8 x 10 13/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Bull
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1929.987painted earthenwareOverall: 16.2 cm (6 3/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Pedestal Dish
Saint-Porchaire (French)
1952.278white earthenware with inlaid decorationDiameter: 14.4 x 19.4 cm (5 11/16 x 7 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Jug
Iran, Samanid Period, 10th-12th Century
1915.307earthenwareOverall: 14 x 12 cm (5 1/2 x 4 3/4 in.)The Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Rim Fragment
Iran, Sasanian Period, 3rd-7th Century
1935.243earthenwareOverall: 10.8 cm (4 1/4 in.)Gift of the American Institute for Persian Art and ArchaeologyCCCC0
Pot
Iran, Luristan (?), 3rd-2nd Millenium BC
1942.547earthenwareDiameter of mouth: 6.3 cm (2 1/2 in.); Overall: 7.4 cm (2 15/16 in.)Bequest of Mrs. J. Livingstone TaylorCCCC0
Mask
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1958.426EarthenwareOverall: 17.2 x 14 cm (6 3/4 x 5 1/2 in.)Gift of Samuel EilenbergCCCC0
Vase
China, Gansu province, Neolithic period
1930.333earthenware with slip coating and painted decorationDiameter of mouth: 14 cm (5 1/2 in.); Overall: 20.4 cm (8 1/16 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Leather Bottom
Howard William Kottler (American, 1930–1989)
1992.254earthenware, leatherOverall: 85.1 x 43.7 x 11 cm (33 1/2 x 17 3/16 x 4 5/16 in.)Bequest of Howard Kottler©
Vase with Procession of Warriors
Peru, South Coast, Nasca, 4th-7th Century
1957.142earthenware with colored slipsDiameter: 15 x 11.4 cm (5 7/8 x 4 1/2 in.); Overall: 15 cm (5 7/8 in.)Gift of William R. CarlisleCCCC0
Court Official (Tomb Figure)
China, Six Dynasties period (317-581), Northern Wei dynasty (386-534)
1962.216gray earthenware with traces of polychromeOverall: 36 cm (14 3/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. John Lyon Collyer in memory of her mother, Mrs. G. M. G. FormanCCCC0
Jar
John Balazs (American, 1928–2023)
1956.105earthenwareDiameter: 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.); Overall: 13.4 cm (5 1/4 in.)The Mary Spedding Milliken Memorial Collection, Gift of William Mathewson Milliken©
Group with Birdcage
Staffordshire Factory (British) and 1 other
1962.252lead glazed earthenwareOverall: 26.7 x 17.8 cm (10 1/2 x 7 in.); Diameter of base: 11.5 cm (4 1/2 in.)Bequest of Jane Taft IngallsCCCC0
Wine Cooler
Joesph- Gaspard Robert Factory (French)
1962.379tin-glazed earthenware (faience) with enamel decorationOverall: 17.8 x 22.9 x 19.1 cm (7 x 9 x 7 1/2 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Covered Tureen on Stand
Strasbourg Factory (French)
1976.52tin-glazed earthenware (faience) with enamel decorationOverall: 38.8 x 38 cm (15 1/4 x 14 15/16 in.)Andrew R. and Martha Holden Jennings FundCCCC0
The Lost Sheep
Staffordshire Factory (British) and 1 other
1962.253lead glazed earthenwareOverall: 21.6 x 9.6 cm (8 1/2 x 3 3/4 in.); Diameter of base: 8 cm (3 1/8 in.)Bequest of Jane Taft IngallsCCCC0
Teapot
Staffordshire Factory (British) and 1 other
1943.329salt-glazed earthenwareOverall: 14.6 x 18.8 cm (5 3/4 x 7 3/8 in.); Container: 11.5 cm (4 1/2 in.)Gift of A. M. LuntzCCCC0
Large Jar
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1948.212earthenware with impressed and molded decorationDiameter: 35.6 cm (14 in.); Overall: 44.5 cm (17 1/2 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Sugar Spoon
Veuve Perrin Factory (French)
1964.529tin-glazed earthenware (faience) with enamel decorationOverall: 18.5 cm (7 5/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Large Bowl
Romania, possibly Cirna, Middle Bronze Age
1993.229burnished earthenwareOverall: 15.5 x 31.3 cm (6 1/8 x 12 5/16 in.)Gift of Stark and Michael Ward in honor of Evan H. TurnerCCCC0
Covered Sauce Tureen with Attached Stand
Veuve Perrin Factory (French)
1983.40tin-glazed earthenware (faience) with enamel decorationOverall: 13.1 x 26.5 x 15.3 cm (5 3/16 x 10 7/16 x 6 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Royal Lancastrian Vase
Pilkington's Royal Lancastrian Pottery Co. (British, Manchester, Clifton, est. 1892) and 1 other
1988.77earthenware decorated with lustre glazesDiameter: 9.3 cm (3 11/16 in.); Overall: 18.3 cm (7 3/16 in.)John L. Severance Fund©
Vase
Mexico, Maya, Campeche
1972.93earthenware with colored slipsDiameter: 17.2 cm (6 3/4 in.); Overall: 23.5 x 17.5 cm (9 1/4 x 6 7/8 in.)James Albert and Mary Gardiner Ford Memorial FundCCCC0
Bowl
Iran, Nishapur, Samanid Period, 10th Century
1956.225earthenware with underglaze slip-painted decorationOverall: 11.5 x 28 cm (4 1/2 x 11 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Jardinière
Staffordshire Factory (British)
1946.166salt-glaze earthenwareOverall: 15.3 cm (6 in.)Gift of R. Thornton Wilson in memory of his wife, Florence Ellsworth WilsonCCCC0
Jar
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
1948.221glazed pinkish-buff earthenwareOverall: 19.4 cm (7 5/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Bowl
Northwest Iran, Garrus district, late Saljuq Period, 12th-13th Century with 20th Century replacement fragments
1938.8earthenware with underglaze slip-painted decorationPurchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Boat-Shaped Cup with Ceres and Bacchus on a Bed of Grape Clusters and Wheat
Bernard Palissy (French, 1510–1589)
1986.52earthenware with lead glazesOverall: 20 cm (7 7/8 in.)Purchase from the J. H. Wade FundCCCC0
Granary Urn
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1940.971glazed earthenwareDiameter: 26.1 cm (10 1/4 in.)Bequest of James ParmeleeCCCC0
Jar with Applied Floral Decoration
China, Tang dynasty (618-907)
2017.14Glazed earthenware, sancai (three-color ware)Overall: 20.2 x 28.5 cm (7 15/16 x 11 1/4 in.)Gift of Donna and James ReidCCCC0
Covered Box in the Form of Apples
Sceaux Factory (French, active 1748–66)
1983.49Tin- glazed earthenware (faience) wth enamel decorationOverall: 14 x 18.1 cm (5 1/2 x 7 1/8 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Teacaddy
Wedgwood Factory (British)
1951.308.acream-colored earthenwareOverall: 14.3 cm (5 5/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. John SherwinCCCC0
Mad Hatter
Peter Callas (American)
1992.47wood-fired earthenware, ash glazeOverall: 75.1 x 35.3 cm (29 9/16 x 13 7/8 in.)Gift of Pauline and Martin Alexander©
Covered Tureen in the Form of a Pigeon
Sceaux Factory (French, active 1748–66)
1983.51Tin- glazed earthenware (faience) wth enamel decorationOverall: 26.7 x 29.9 x 14.8 cm (10 1/2 x 11 3/4 x 5 13/16 in.)The Norweb CollectionCCCC0
Vase
Costa Rica, Filadelphia
1946.231earthenwareDiameter of mouth: 13.4 cm (5 1/4 in.); Overall: 23.5 x 18.8 cm (9 1/4 x 7 3/8 in.); Diameter of base: 16.6 cm (6 9/16 in.)Gift of John WiseCCCC0
Figure of a Warrior in Leather Armor
China, Modern
1958.335buff earthenware with traces of polychromyOverall: 32.4 cm (12 3/4 in.)Gift of Osborne and Victor HaugeCCCC0
Teapot
Staffordshire Factory (British)
1946.278salt-glaze earthenwarewith handle: 11.5 x 14.2 cm (4 1/2 x 5 9/16 in.)Gift of R. Thornton Wilson in memory of his wife, Florence Ellsworth WilsonCCCC0
Male Haniwa Head
Japan, Kofun period (c. AD 300-710)
1977.206earthenware with ocher washOverall: 28 cm (11 in.)Gift of Herbert F. Leisy in memory of his wife, Helen Stamp LeisyCCCC0
Small Plate
Dedham Pottery (American) and 1 other
1980.125earthenwareDiameter: 19.4 cm (7 5/8 in.)Gift of Dr. Sara Jane PearmanCCCC0
Old Woman Feeding Chickens
Staffordshire Factory (British)
1946.165earthenwareOverall: 19.7 cm (7 3/4 in.)Gift of R. Thornton Wilson in memory of his wife, Florence Ellsworth WilsonCCCC0
Bowl
Iran, Kashan, Seljuq period of Iran (1037–1194)
1915.587earthenware with underglaze-painted and incised designOverall: 9.5 x 20.7 cm (3 3/4 x 8 1/8 in.)Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic TrustCCCC0
Teacaddy (lid)
Wedgwood Factory (British)
1951.308.bcream-colored earthenwareOverall: 14.3 cm (5 5/8 in.)Gift of Mrs. John SherwinCCCC0
Bowl
Wedgwood Factory (British)
1951.298cream-colored earthenwareDiameter: 21.4 cm (8 7/16 in.)Gift of Mrs. John SherwinCCCC0
Covered Jar (Hu)
China, Eastern Han dynasty (AD 25-220)
1924.196earthenware with lead glazeOverall: 47 cm (18 1/2 in.)Worcester R. Warner CollectionCCCC0
Bowl
Weller Pottery (American) and 1 other
1983.228earthenware decorated with lustre glazesDiameter: 17.2 cm (6 3/4 in.); Overall: 7.5 cm (2 15/16 in.)Gift of Janet W. Cover in memory of Gertrude WeaverCCCC0
Covered Jug
Germany, Bayreuth(?), 18th century
1982.337earthenware decorated in underglaze blue with pewter mountsDiameter: 15.1 cm (5 15/16 in.); Overall: 34.5 x 16.7 cm (13 9/16 x 6 9/16 in.)In memory of Mr. and Mrs. William Vixseboxse, gift of Jeannette Vixseboxse YeagleCCCC0
Ewer
Germany, Frankfurt(?), early 18th century
1982.338earthenware decorated in underglaze blue with pewter mountsDiameter: 14.3 cm (5 5/8 in.); Overall: 31.5 x 15.5 cm (12 3/8 x 6 1/8 in.)In memory of Mr. and Mrs. William Vixseboxse, gift of Jeannette Vixseboxse YeagleCCCC0
Tomb Tile
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1915.70earthenware with stamped decorationOverall: 35.6 cm (14 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph KingCCCC0
Mortuary Horse
China, Six Dynasties period (317-581), Northern Wei dynasty (386-534)
1929.985dark buff earthenware with polychromeOverall: 22.3 x 22.3 cm (8 3/4 x 8 3/4 in.)Charles W. Harkness Endowment FundCCCC0
Pillow with Mandarin Duck: Cizhou Ware
China, Jin dynasty (1115-1234)
1983.27earthenware, incised and slip-coated with three color glazeOverall: 12.7 x 39.5 cm (5 x 15 9/16 in.)Severance and Greta Millikin Purchase FundCCCC0
Vase
Weller Pottery (American) and 1 other
1983.227earthenware decorated with lustre glazesDiameter: 7.8 cm (3 1/16 in.); Overall: 13.7 cm (5 3/8 in.)Gift of Janet W. Cover in memory of Gertrude WeaverCCCC0
Jar
China, Six Dynasties period (265-589) or Sui dynasty (581-618)
1915.388glazed earthenwareDiameter: 38.2 cm (15 1/16 in.); Overall: 50.8 cm (20 in.)Gift of Ralph KingCCCC0
Jar with Cover
China, Han dynasty (202 BC-AD 220)
1940.49glazed earthenwareDiameter: 20.3 cm (8 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
Standing Male Figure
Mexico, Gulf Coast, 4th-10th Century
1990.242earthenware, asphalt and resin paintOverall: 58.5 x 24.8 x 14.7 cm (23 1/16 x 9 3/4 x 5 13/16 in.)Gift of Mr. and Mrs. James C. GruenerCCCC0
Covered Bowl
Potter Studios (American) and 1 other
1990.94earthenware with brass coverDiameter: 17.8 cm (7 in.); Overall: 12.1 cm (4 3/4 in.)Gift of Henry H. Hawley in memory of Berenice H. Kent©
Stirrup Spouted Vessel of Feline Form
Peru, Mochica
1981.17red earthenware decorated with cream-colored slip and brown pigmentOverall: 19.3 x 9.7 x 21 cm (7 5/8 x 3 13/16 x 8 1/4 in.)Gift of Rabbi and Mrs. Daniel Jeremy SilverCCCC0
Urn with Lug Handles
China, Gansu province, Xindian Culture
1984.67earthenware with slip coating and painted decorationDiameter: 29 cm (11 7/16 in.); Overall: 41.3 cm (16 1/4 in.); Diameter with handles: 35 cm (13 3/4 in.)Edward L. Whittemore FundCCCC0
"Nouvelle" Shape Casserole Dish
American Chinaware Corporation (American)
2006.144earthenware with printed decorationwith cover: 15.3 cm (6 in.)Gift of Martin K. Webb and Charles L. Venable©
"Our America" Dinnerware
Gale Turnbull (American, 1889–1962) and 3 others
2006.145earthenware with printed decorationOverall: 2.6 x 34.9 cm (1 x 13 3/4 in.)Gift of Martin K. Webb and Charles L. Venable©