Kendi in the Form of a Hamsa (Gander)

The ceramic vessel has a light greenish-gray glaze. The body of the vessel is bulbous with a short neck and a wide mouth that is not visible. A long neck extends from the body to the left, ending in a bird-like head with the mouth open. The tail of the vessel curves upward to the right, resembling a bird's tail feather. The base is small and rounded. The background is a tan fabric or paper.

Artwork Details

Date: 14th–ca. mid-16th century
Medium: Earthenware with cream white glaze and iron-brown underglaze decoration
Culture: Thailand (Si Satchanalai)
Dimensions: 600 × 504 px
Public Domain: Yes
Museum Record: View original

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