Vase ding 鼎, M.C. 7769

Type(s) of object(s): archaeology, ceramics, china name(s): tableware and kitchen utensils, vase materials and techniques: terracotta place(s) of execution/realization: china dimensions - artwork: height: 30. 5cm width: 31cm description: spherical tripod vase, two fixed handles; lid with three handles. Decorated with diamonds and triangles and starry pattern in the center of the lid. Mode of acquisition: purchase at public sale date of acquisition: 09–05–1932 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 7769. Unknown date