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Pouch-shaped vessel

16th–17th century
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 218

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • 明　銅錯金銀匏壺
  • Title: Pouch-shaped vessel
  • Period: Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
  • Date: 16th–17th century
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Copper alloy, gold and silver inlay
  • Dimensions: H. 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm); W. 6 1/4 in. (15.9 cm); D. 4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Bequest of John L. Cadwalader, 1914
  • Object Number: 14.58.135a, b
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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