Rhyton-Type Cup, Northern Qi (550–577)–Sui (581–618) dynasty, ca. second half of 6th century, China, Porcelaneous ware

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Rhyton-Type Cup, Northern Qi (550–577)–Sui (581–618) dynasty, ca. second half of 6th century, China, Porcelaneous ware with relief decoration under clear glaze, H. 3 3/8 in. ( cm); Diam. 2 7/8 in. ( cm); Diam of rim 3 3/4 in. ( cm), Ceramics, The shape of this rhyton-type cup, as well as its beaded medallions, a palmette, and semipalmettes, all reflect the influence of Western metalwork. However, these foreign features have been counterbalanced in typically Chinese fashion by a distinctively homegrown dragon

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Size: 3800px × 2850px
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