Ewer with Dished Mouth, Double-Dragon Handle, and Double-Chicken-Headed Spout
late 4th-first half 5th century
Dimensions
H. 25.6 x Diam. 15.9 cm (10 1/16 x 6 1/4 in.)
Provenance
Peter W. Scheinman purchased from dealer Martin Fung, Hong Kong
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