Chinese Dou and Cover
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
DateMing Dynasty, Transitional Period, 1620-1644
Object NameVessel
Mediumbronze and enamel
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Height: 16.5 cm, Diameter: 13.2 cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
CopyrightOut of copyright - CC0
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS014493
About MeBronze bullet shaped dou with cloisonné medallions and strap handles to the body. The duou was used to hold food used in the sacrificial rites of a Buddhist ceremony.
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