Grey pottery ancient Chinese Hu or Jar with opening on top used for serving liquids in daily use. Long necked with rounded body with good base support. Traces of original red polychrome remaining. Two concentric bands around the neck, a decorative 3" zigzag around the neck. Possible remains of incised writing behind head. A rare piece that displays beautifully.
Ref, "Spirit of Han - Ceramics for the After Life", page 61, Southeast Asian Ceramic Society, 1991.
Ancient Chinese Han Dynasty Duck
Ancient Chinese Han Dynasty Duck
Item Number: 9047
$4,600.00
| Period: | Western Han Dynasty, Circa 206 BCE – 9 CE |
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| Dimensions: | 12 1/2" (31.5 cm) |
| Material: | Grey Pottery |
| Condition: | Excellent |
| Region: | China |
| Provenance: | Out of an old English collection purchased in the 60's in London by the present owner. |
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