Ewer in the Form of a Parrot was made during the 1500s, but its exact year of creation remains unknown.  It was made during a time of unrest in Vietnamese history.  Since 2nd century B.C, Vietnam had been dominated by differing Chinese feudal dynasties for thousands of years.  During this time period, the validity of Vietnam as a nation was repeatedly questioned.  This created a culture of unyielding Vietnamese pride in the fight to gain national independence. 

Ewer in the Form of a Parrot was created during the Le So Dynasty (1428-1527) or the Lê Dynasty (1533-1592).  During this time, Vietnam was called Dai Viet and was known as a prosperous nation in Asia.  This time period marked major advancements in agriculture,  irrigation, and architecture (as seen in local villages) and was known as the “golden age” of Vietnam’s history.  

As other nations moved into modernized cultures and ideas, Vietnam was held back by the weakness of the feudal system under Confucius.  During the 16th century, feudalism was at a steep decline, as many European nations transitioned into capitalist beliefs.  Because of this, Dai Viet’s evolution as a respected nation was significantly stunted.  Ewer in the Form of a Parrot was made during a period of great change and development in Vietnam, along with unrest and injustice.