Lian (cosmetic box)
Lien (casket), circular, standing on three bears legs, black terra cotta, covered with white slip; painted in red and black design of dragons and clouds. These hill jars usually decorated with bands of relief instead of painting. Examples of Han painting are rare.
- Date
- 2nd century
- In our collection
- since April the 4th, 2008 up to now
- Dimensions
- 7 5/8 x 10 3/4 x 10 3/4 in. (19.37 x 27.31 x 27.31 cm)
- Location
- G204
- Medium
- Gray earthenware with painted slip decor
- Price
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- Composition
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cadmium 93% zinc 4% copper 0% iron 1% atium 2%