Vase gui 簋, M.C. 664, En 1464

Date of production: in 1464 dating in century: 15th century type(s) of object(s): beliefs - customs - cults - ceremonies, metal, metal arts, china name(s): religious object, vase materials and techniques: bronze, lost wax casting place(s) of execution/realization: china dimensions - artwork: height: 18. 7cm length: 29cm description: fixed side handles. Lid. Pedestal. Decorated with horizontal bands with cicada motifs. Dark yellow copper alloy. Light brown patina. Marks, inscriptions, hallmarks: inscription regarding the date (chinese) mode of acquisition: legacy name of donor, testator, seller: cernuschi, henri date of acquisition: 1896 institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 664. Date: En 1464.