Tang Dynasty, 618-906 AD. A ceramic storage vessel with piriform body and flared base, decorative circumferential bands to the neck and shoulder, white graze to the upper parts; matching lid, domed with rim and bulbous knop handle, also with decorative circumferential band and white glaze. 3.9 kg, 34cm (13 1/2"). From the important collection of Chinese art formed in Japan. [No Reserve] Fine condition.