Roof-tile end with dragon

Ming dynasty (1368–1644)

Not on view

In traditional Chinese architecture, half-cylindrical roof tiles end in a round cap that helps secure the row of tiles and also decorates the building. During the Ming and Qing (1644–1911) dynasties, the color yellow and the five-clawed dragon were reserved exclusively for imperial use.

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明　龍紋黃琉璃瓦當
Title: Roof-tile end with dragon
Period: Ming dynasty (1368–1644)
Culture: China
Medium: Earthenware with yellow glaze
Dimensions: Diam. 7 3/4 in. (19.7 cm); D. 5 3/8 in. (13.7 cm)
Classification: Ceramics
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. H. Fairfield Osborn, 1929
Object Number: 29.80.2
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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