Ancient Cloisonne Wine Jar Replica

Object/Artifact

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San Diego Chinese Historical Museum

Name/Title

Ancient Cloisonne Wine Jar Replica

Description

Cloisonne vessel with beast handles on either side. The predominantly blue enamel features a plant motif with two carp center top.

Context

While a replica of the intended Jar, wine jars would often serve a nice plum or rice wine depending on the occasion.

Acquisition

Accession

T191

Source or Donor

Genghis Khan Furniture

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Sculpture, Cloisonné

Material

Enamel, Brass