Shallow Bowl

China · Song dynasty (960–1279) · Ding ware, with low foot and foliate rim, fitted with metal band. Decoration molded in relief: center, lotus on waves, elaborate design on sides of ducks swimming on combed waves among lotus & other water plants, outer border of key fret. Fine white porcelain. Ivory white glaze, worn in places, soft in texture, with gummy drops outside, and within footrim; mouth rim bare.

From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.