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The shape of this vessel, probably used for pouring liquids, derives from Tibet and may have been made for use in China or as a gift to a Tibetan temple or high-ranking monk
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清早期 黑漆彩繪珍禽瑞獸紋多穆壺
Title: Vessel with mythical creatures, flowers, and birds
Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Date: 18th century
Culture: China
Medium: Black lacquer painted with red, green, and yellow lacquer
Dimensions:
H. 22 3/8 in. (56.8 cm); W. incl. spout 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm); Diam. 5 7/8 in. (14.9 cm)
Classification: Lacquer
Credit Line: Gift of Florence and Herbert Irving, 2015
Object Number: 2015.500.1.88
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