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Chinese Han Dynasty Period Lian

Offered by: Maison & Co.

Description
A Chinese Han dynasty unglazed terracotta lian. Unglazed lians are quite unusual and this one has an exquisitely aged patina. Unglazed pottery like this dates to the Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD).

The lian was used as a container for wine, which was ladled out of as depicted in banquet scenes on stones of pottery slabs lining the burial chamber. The lian was also used to store cosmetics.

This lian has a cylindrical body with three leg supports. A stunning piece on its own or would make a wonderful cachepot.

More Information

Origin:	China
Period:	Pre 18th Century
Materials:	Terracotta.
Condition:	Excellent. Wear consistent with age and use.
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional, Ancient Art
Dealer Reference #:	1722
Incollect Reference #:	290605

Dimensions

H.	5.32 in;	Diam.	7.25 in;
H.	13.51 cm;	Diam.	18.42 cm;

Message from Seller:

Maison & Co. is a direct importer of fine 18th and 19th-century European antiques, many with original paint, specializing in Swedish Gustavian, French Louis XVI, and Swedish Rococo and Baroque periods. For inquiries, please contact us at Bernadette@maisonandco.com or 316.650.3341

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