A RUSSET-SPLASHED BLACK-GLAZED BOWL NORTHERN SONG / JIN DYNASTY |

of conical form, the steep sides flaring to an everted rim, the interior dappled lightly with pale russet fleckings against a rich brownish-black-glazed ground, boldly contrasting with the largely persimmon-toned exterior thinning to reveal the black-glaze ground around the rim and base, the glaze stopping neatly at the unglazed, buff-colored foot 

Collection of Russell M. Tyson (1867-1963).
Bequest to the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, in 1964 (acc. no. 1964.768).

The bowl is in good overall condition with only a noticeable burst glaze bubble to the exterior. The surface with expected wear and minor imperfections consistent with age and type.
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