Lustrous temmoku glaze drinking vessel from the kilns of northern China in the shape of a pilgrim’s bottle dated to Ming dynasty-15th century with centre raised panels of “shou” character surrounding by flora .

Delightful glaze shown orange-peeled glaze turning to brown at the moutgh rim and part of the body. There are 2 loops at the shoulder and 2 small holes near the foot rim which ease for travelling by foot or horses during the early day.

The artefact shown excellent condition except minor age glaze wear at foot rim otherwise perfect piece.