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Han Dynasty Ash Glazed Hu Jar Table Lamp

About the Item

Antique Chinese hu vessel pottery lamp with beautiful iridescent green and wood ash glazing. This type of pottery was  commonly used for wine storage and for burial.  This piece was converted into a lamp in the early 20th Century, with a finely carved rosewood base, stamped ornate vase cap, and a three light cluster.  All brass metals have been restored and lamp has been cleaned and rewired with new socket inserts, 60 watt max per socket. The pottery piece has very old chips from before it was made into a lamp, showing the reddish hue of the clay fired to make this piece underneath the glazing.  China, Han Dynasty (206 B.C - A.D. 220) Dimensions: Height: 31 Width (diameter): 14.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31 in (78.74 cm)Diameter: 14 in (35.56 cm)
  • Style:
    Han (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Pottery,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Han Dynasty (206 B.C - A.D. 220)
  • Condition:
    Rewired: rewired with new socket inserts, 60 watt max per socket. Wired for 120 V, US Electrical. Additions or alterations made to the original: This piece was converted into a lamp in the early 20th Century, with a finely carved rosewood base, stamped ornate vase cap, and a three light cluster. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Canton, MA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: T1581stDibs: LU5978227142232
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