Barb-rimmed Bowl, one of a pair, 10th century, 1 11/16 x 6 9/16 x 6 9/16 in. ( x x cm), Ding-type ware Porcelain with clear glaze, China, 10th century, Among the most elegant shapes associated with early porcelain production are the rare, shallow barb-rimmed bowls developed during the late Tang and Five Dynasties period (9th-10th centuries) at Ding and Ding-type kilns in North China. During the Five Dynasties era (907-960), Ding kiln technology reached a high state of refinement resulting in light, thinly potted, porcelaneous ware of pure, white color.

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