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Rare 5th Century Korean Gaya Water Jar of Classic Form and Design


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Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Korean: Ceramics: Pre AD 1000: Item # 1479029

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Rare 5th Century Korean Gaya Water Jar of Classic Form, Color, and Design. The decoration is incised into the clay between the carved bands before firing. Gaya was a confederation of small states independent from and influential on the the Silla Kingdom and its pottery, until Silla annexed Gaya in the 6th Century. The long neck keeps water from sloshing out while the jar is being carried. Height: 10 inches, 25.5 cm.