Treasure of Okinoshima
| Name |
Holed Earthenware（Pedestaled Holed Jar and Bowl) |
| Classification |
Sue Ware |
| Excavated Point |
Excatated from Site No. 1 |
| Designated Category |
National Treasure |
| Era (real era) |
8th-9th Century |
| volume |
Footed Bowl:Mouth D.(11.7)cm; Jar:Mouth D.8.3cm |
| Description |
This holed earthenware is unique to the Munakata area and was made exclusively for ritual use on Okinoshima. Before firing, four to nine holes (circular arches) were made by a tool that encircled the object.
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