Vase gong 觥, M.C. 290

Dating in century: 14th century type(s) of object(s): decorative arts, metal, metal arts, china name(s): vase materials and techniques: bronze, lost wax casting, repoussé, hammering place(s) of execution/realization: china dimensions - artwork: height: 36. 5cm length: 39. 5cm width: 21cm description: quadrangular vase. Fixed side handle. Pointed pour spout. Pedestal. Edges on the corners. Decorated with greek motifs, geometric lines, “feng” and “huang” birds. Yellow copper alloy. Shiny black patina and in places flaking, probably wax-based. Marks, inscriptions, hallmarks: author inscription (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. 290. Date: Unknown.