Hill jar
Artist
Unknown
CultureChinese | Han dynasty
Date206BC-220AD
MediumCeramic
DimensionsOverall: 4 7/8 x 7 3/4 in. (12.4 x 19.7 cm)
Credit LineGift of Dr. James C. Perry in Memory of Nancy Nash Perry
Object number36.8.96
Not on view
DescriptionJar has vertical sides, flat bottom, three short legs in form of crouching bears. Register around body bordered by double incised lines. Scene within obliterated. Drips on mouth indicate piece was fired upside down. Glaze green, much deteriorated and iridescent. Interior and bottom covered with layer of mud. Lid missing.
