Model of Stove

1st century-2nd century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Model of stove of unglazed grey earthenware, rectangular with three cooking pots and moulded kitchen utensils.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Unglazed grey earthenware
Brief description
Model of stove, unglazed earthenware, China, Eastern Han dynasty, 1st-2nd century AD
Physical description
Model of stove of unglazed grey earthenware, rectangular with three cooking pots and moulded kitchen utensils.
Dimensions
  • Height: 10.8cm
  • Length: 27cm
  • Width: 19.4cm
Style
Credit line
Given by Mr Octavius Marriage
Object history
Historical significance: The emergence of stoves during the Han period replaced the traditional tripod cooking vessels and resulted in the advancement of Chinese culinary techniques.
Production
Label
Collection
Accession number
C.239-1913

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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