
Rhyton with handle in the shape of a monkey
Brown ceramic vessel with handle in the shape of a monkey. The vessel has a wide mouth and a rounded body. The exterior is decorated with an intricate pattern of swirling lines and shapes. The interior has a lighter brown color with white and green spots. The handle is attached to the right side of the vessel and is shaped like a monkey sitting down. The monkey has a large head and is brown with darker brown accents. The background is white with shadows cast by the vessel.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 8th century
- Medium
- Earthenware with brown glaze
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 599 × 367 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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