VesselsChinese6th-7th century

Domed Censer or Hand Warmer with Stylized Floral Decor

581-618

Classification

Vessels

Medium

Gray earthenware with carved decoration

Culture

Chinese

Period

Sui dynasty, 581-618

Century

6th-7th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 9.5 x Diam. 13.4 cm (3 3/4 x 5 1/4 in.)

Provenance

J.J. Lally & Co., New York (Lally inventory number 93368)

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