JAR, Yuezhou kiln, yellow-glazed, Tang Dynasty（618-907CE）

This is a yellow-glazed jar from the Yuezhou kiln, produced during the Tang Dynasty (618-907 CE). The Yuezhou kiln, located in and around Cixi City in Zhejiang Province, is renowned for its celadon ceramics and reached its peak during the Tang and Five Dynasties periods. This jar, characterized by its yellow glaze, exemplifies the evolution of glazes at the Yuezhou kiln. Early works from this kiln featured a yellowish glaze, which later developed into green glazes. The jar boasts a rounded body and a low, flared rim, showcasing the natural variations in color that occurred during the firing process, as well as the rich patina that has developed over time. It is likely that this yellow-glazed jar was widely used as both a utilitarian vessel and a ceremonial object in its era.