Funerary Model in the Form of a Well Head
Artist
Unknown
Date1st - 3rd century A.D.
MediumLead glazed ware | Ceramic
DimensionsOverall: 19 in. (48.3 cm)
Base: 6 1/8 in. (15.6 cm)
ClassificationsAsian art
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number44.17.9
DescriptionWheel thrown body has unglazed bottom, concentric circle mark of releasing wire, incised band around central area. Top of wellhead has platform with extending sides similar to overlapping planks, jar on one corner, central opening at top. 1" x 1/4" slabs rise to join at each side at top. Glaze is much deteriorated; piece probably green glazed but lower area seem more blue. Much iridescence, glaze irregularity.
