Qing dynasty lidded pot in the shape of a ram , 1644-1912 CE
Glass
11.4 x 14 cm
4 1/2 x 5 1/2 in
4 1/2 x 5 1/2 in
ES.9970
A cast clear glass vessel with lid in the form of a ram. The representation of the animal is stylised but with an impressive amount of details. The body is...
A cast clear glass vessel with lid in the form of a ram. The representation of the animal is stylised but with an impressive amount of details. The body is finely decorated with geometric motifs and scrollwork patterns in low relief. The vessel is hollow, suggesting that it was intended to be used as a container. The style of the glass resembles similar vessels made in rock crystal. The vessel is in great conditions, with no sign of damage of the material and the glass does not show any signs of pitting or iridescence.