Jar with Bird Head Decoration

The bird-head shaped bottleneck traces back to the Sassanian Persia. This style was introduced to China in the late 6^th century and became popular in Sui and Tang dynasty. It was excavated from Turfan region, showing the influence of Tang culture. 

Provenance: Halahezhuo, Turpan, Xinjiang Uygur, China

Materials: Ceramics

Dimensions: H. 27, W. 16.5cm

Accession Number: Bongwan 4034