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Vase
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Vase

anonymous · c. -0206 - c. 220 · turning; vitrification; relief (sculpture technique); engraving; fired; glaze; earthenware

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

About this work

The green glaze was a new invention during the Han period. It imitated the patina of bronze and was used only for grave goods. The colour of the glaze, which has a characteristic pearly gloss, can range from various shades of green to brownish-yellow.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Subjects
vase
Credit lineVaas. c. -0206 - c. 220. anonymous. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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