Cup

8th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Cup of marbled earthenware, covered with a lead glaze.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Marbled earthenware with lead glaze
Brief description
Cup, marbled earthenware with lead glaze; China, Tang dynasty, 8th century
Physical description
Cup of marbled earthenware, covered with a lead glaze.
Dimensions
  • Height: 5.1cm
  • Diameter: 7.6cm
Style
Production
Label
Collection
Accession number
CIRC.550-1925

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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