Han dynasty (206 BCE- 220 CE), the globular body supported on a tall, gently tapered foot, and surmounted by a flared neck, which terminates in a bulbous "garlic-head" mouth, the exterior of the vase has acquired a beautiful patina in a combination of malachite green with varying brown and copper-like hues.


13 3/4 in.

Property from the Estate of Joan Huntley, sold by the Ackland Art Museum to benefit the Robert and Joan Huntley Endowment Fund

Green oxidation and degradation to patina cohesive with age.

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