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Ritual water vessel, one of a pair
Ritual water vessel, one of a pair

Ritual water vessel, one of a pair

Place of OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China
Date1736-1795
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911), Reign of the Qianlong emperor (1736-1795)
MaterialsPorcelain with multicolor decoration
DimensionsH. 7 7/8 in x W. 6 1/4 in x D. 4 1/2 in, H. 20.0 cm x W. 15.9 cm x D. 11.4 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P179
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
On view
LocationGallery 19
More Information
The shape of this vessel is based on metal examples used in Tibetan Buddhist ceremonies. In contrast with the set on the opposite end of this table, this set reflects the Qianlong emperor’s interest in non-Chinese rituals, particularly those of Tibet.