Jar in Shape of Archaic Bronze Vessel (Hu)
Like many early ceramic shapes, the shape of this storage jar is based on more expensive bronze and lacquer prototypes. The wide mouth, the articulated rim, and the amber glaze of this example help date the piece to the Eastern Han dynasty.
Artwork Details
- Title: Jar in Shape of Archaic Bronze Vessel (Hu)
- Period: Eastern Han dynasty (25–220)
- Date: 1st–3rd century
- Culture: China
- Medium: Earthenware with incised decoration under amber glaze
- Dimensions: H. 16 in. (40.6 cm)
- Classification: Ceramics
- Credit Line: Charlotte C. and John C. Weber Collection, Gift of Charlotte C. and John C. Weber, 1994
- Object Number: 1994.605.123
- Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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Vietnam
late 2nd–3rd century
China
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1st–2nd century
China
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