Dating in century: 17th-18th century
type(s) of object(s): decorative arts, metal, metal arts, china
name(s): vase
materials and techniques: bronze, lost wax casting, gilding, inlay
place(s) of execution/realization: china
dimensions - artwork:
height: 19cm
width: 16. 7cm
description:
quadrangular vase with four serrated feet; decoration of “taotie” masks organized around the edges. Marks, inscriptions, hallmarks:
(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. 657. Unknown date
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