Celadon jug, 12th century

Korean celadon glazed double calabash jug. With inlaid pattern of palmettes at the rim at the foot. The pear-shaped lower half decorated with flora between different motifs, the upper half is decorated with palmettes. With long, sl. arched spout and belt-handle with greyish/ green celadon glazing with craquelé. Bottom with old Christie's label (lot 2226). Korea, Koryo period, 12th century. H 29 cm. Spout restored.