Tyler Loui

Title: Stem Cup
Work Type: Ceramics, Decorative Arts and Utilitarian Objects
Date: Ming period, mid- to late 15th century (probably Chenghua era, 1465-1487)
Location: China, Jiangxi Province

I chose this piece because I thought it was cool how the cup is skinny at the bottom and turns into more of a bowl shape at the top. Also the designs on the side of the bowl is pretty cool and i enjoy the mixture of Red, White, and Blue. The pattern makes it interesting and the design of the animal is really cool too. Overall, this piece just caught my eye.

Amanda Cordes

Title: Lidded Bowl

Date: c.1280-1450

Originated: Mexico, state of Chihauhua, Mogollon Culture

I chose this piece of pottery because I personally found it's intricate designs quite beauiful and unique. It is much different then most pieces and gives a good idea of the culture's style.

Jordan Feeley

Title: Covered Jar with Sgraffito Tulip Decoration
Date: c. 1830-1840
Location Origin: Haycock Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania
Material: Glazed red earthenware
Creator: Possibly Conrad Mumbouer (1761-1845) or John Monday (1809-1862)

Reason: I really liked the design and shape of this pot. The lid and slant of the top has great designs and color.

Title: Two Foliate Bowl-and-Saucer Set
Time Period: early 12th century
From: Korea, South Cholla Province
I liked that this is not an ordinary shaped bowl. It had the same function of a regular shaped bowl, but with a prettier decoration. I also liked that it didn't have very detailed designs, just a simple glaze, and it still looks really interesting and catches my eye.
-Erin

Culture: Etruscan Civilization (1200 BC–550 BC)
Piece Title: Amphora
Collection: Italian/European Art
Design: There is a black figure riding a horse that's the center of the piece. Must have been used by some type of ancient warrior because of the warrior type of design.
Description: From Necropolis of Palazzone
Why I like it: Looked like a very old piece. It looks like the ceramic pot was in pieces at first, then reassembled by archeologists.

- Alexander Kimura

Looking at the shape of bowls, and capturing ideas for your sketchbook will help you decide what kinds of shapes you want to try. This is a tea bowl for tea ceremony for drinking tea.