Blue Liulí vase, Tang dynasty
A unique vase with a stylised cylindrical shape and a short neck ending in an everted rim with a thickened lip, made from translucent ‘琉璃’ glass paste. The surface displays a rich, iridescent colour gradient that transitions from turquoise-blue tones at the concave base to ochre and golden patinas resulting from burial and the natural oxidation of the material. Tang Dynasty (618–907) or later.
Height: 34 cm
Weight: 1640 g
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A unique vase with a stylised cylindrical shape and a short neck ending in an everted rim with a thickened lip, made from translucent ‘琉璃’ glass paste. The surface displays a rich, iridescent colour gradient that transitions from turquoise-blue tones at the concave base to ochre and golden patinas resulting from burial and the natural oxidation of the material. Tang Dynasty (618–907) or later.
Height: 34 cm
Weight: 1640 g
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Time, Location
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