Libation cup
Object number1996.1278
TitleLibation cup
Creatoronbekend
DescriptionEen zgn. 'libation cup' of offerkop van Chinees porselein. Het handvat is gevormd uit twee chilongs. Onder de tuit twee kleinere chilongs. Groen, geel, aubergine emails. Ook wel 'tiger skin', 'egg and spinach' of schildpad genoemd
A chilong is a slender, hornless dragon, which is often depicted with a feline-like head and paws, and a bifurcated tail.
A chilong is a slender, hornless dragon, which is often depicted with a feline-like head and paws, and a bifurcated tail.
Production date circa 1700 - circa 1725
Production period18e eeuw
Object namekoppen (drinkgerei)
Object categoryoosterse keramiek
Materialporselein
Dimensions
- hoogte: 4.20 cm
breedte: 5.30 cm
diepte: 8.00 cm
breedte: 3.00 cm
diepte: 3.50 cm