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Candle Stand in the Shape of a Fantastic Animal

Western Jin dynasty (265–316)
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 207

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • 西晉 神獸形青瓷燭臺
  • Title: Candle Stand in the Shape of a Fantastic Animal
  • Period: Western Jin dynasty (265–316)
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Stoneware with green glaze
  • Dimensions: L. 5 in. (12.7 cm)
  • Classification: Ceramics
  • Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Herzman, 1990
  • Object Number: 1990.291.1
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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