A buff glazed stoneware ewer and cover, the short constricted neck with a wide mouth, painted with lotus, Vietnam, 13th-14th century a stopper-type lid has a flattened top, incised lines around the girth of the body, a short turned pipe spout and curled handle. Provenance: The collection of a former Australian Ambassador. Condition: chip to cover, height 19 cm, diameter 17.5 cm