Jar in Shape of Archaic Bronze Vessel (Hu)

Jar in Shape of Archaic Bronze Vessel (Hu)

An item at Metropolitan Museum of Art

Like many early ceramic shapes, the shape of this storage jar is based on more expensive bronze and lacquer prototypes. The wide mouth, the articulated rim, and the amber glaze of this example help date the piece to the Eastern Han dynasty.

Asian Art

An exhibit at Metropolitan Museum of Art

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