Junyao ‘Lotus’ glazed earthenware bowl, Jin dynasty

Ceramic modelled in the form of a bowl with a narrow circular base and foliate profile, in the shape of petals that form the image of a blossoming lotus. Covered with a beautiful Junyao-style glaze in blue and purple. Jin dynasty (1125-1234) or later.  

Height: 15.9 cm, Diameter: 24.5 cm