SculptureChinese8th century

Tomb Model in the Form of a Small Table or Platform Bed

8th century

Classification

Sculpture

Medium

Monochrome lead-glazed ware: white earthenware with lead-fluxed, amber-brown glaze

Culture

Chinese

Period

Tang dynasty, 618-907

Century

8th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

6.5 x 38.7 x 24.6 cm (2 9/16 x 15 1/4 x 9 11/16 in.)

Provenance

William B. Goldstein, M.D. purchased from J.J. Lally & Co., New York (Lally inventory number 3170)

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