VesselsChinese18th century

Jade Vase in the Form of an Archaic Bronze 'Zun' Vessel with Two Ring Handles and 'Taotie' Decor

18th century, probably Qianlong period (1736-1795)

Classification

Vessels

Medium

Pale greenish white nephrite

Culture

Chinese

Period

Qing dynasty, 1644-1911

Century

18th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 22.3 × W. 15.1 × D. 12 cm (8 3/4 × 5 15/16 × 4 3/4 in.)

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