Ming Dynasty (1368–1644)
Date:
Early 8th Century
Medium:
Earthenware with green, amber, and transparent lead glazes over white slip
Size:
Width: 8 5/8″
Height: 7 1/2″

Lead-glazed earthenwares were generally made to furnish a tomb. The Chinese philosopher Confucius (c. 551–479 BCE) promoted the use of substitute mingqi (luminous objects) for burial.

Julius Levy Memorial Fund BMA 1939.242