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Quadrangular vase in the shape of a Neolithic cong

13th century
Not on view
The shape of this vase derives from that of Neolithic jades and illustrates that antiquarian interest was not limited to ancient bronzes during the twelfth and thirteenth centuries. Unlike its jade prototype, which is an open tube, this celadon version has a solid base and has been given a new function as a flower vase for a scholar’s studio.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • 南宋　龍泉窯青瓷琮式瓶
  • Title: Quadrangular vase in the shape of a Neolithic cong
  • Period: Southern Song dynasty (1127–1279)
  • Date: 13th century
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Stoneware with celadon glaze (Longquan ware)
  • Dimensions: H. 10 3/8 in. (26.4 cm); W. 4 in. (10.2 cm); D. 4 in. (10.2 cm)
    Diam. of rim: 3 in. (7.6 cm)
    Diam. of foot: 3 1/8 in. (7.9 cm)
    Storage Box: 11 7/8 x 5 5/16 in. (30.2 x 13.5 cm)
  • Classification: Ceramics
  • Credit Line: Casts Collections Fund and Acquisitions Fund, 2007
  • Object Number: 2007.193
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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