Nephrite vessel in the shape of an archaic bronze with raised t'ao-t'ieh masks. With wooden cover.
Dateearly 19th century
MediumNephrite
DimensionsHeight: 3 1/2 inches (8.9 cm)
CultureChina
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
Credit LineGift of Dr. Alfred Greisman, Arts and Sciences, Class of 1955, and Mrs. Linda Greisman
Terms
- Decorative Arts
- Glyptic Art (Jade)
- Nephrite
Object number82.100.009
Collections
Unidentified artist
late 18th century
18th century
Unidentified artist
Western Zhou dynasty, 1046-771 BC
early 20th century
late 19th century