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Why this is a
Masterpiece

It is an early example showing the introduction of Buddhism to South China.

History of the Object: This kind of jars is called spirit jar made for the Buddhists. The figures of this jar are interestingly carved and the green glaze is finely fired.

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Type: Ceramics
Materials: stoneware
Measurements: Width 25 cm. Height 32.5 cm.
Creator name: Unknown
Creator date: Unknown
Where it was made: Zhejiang province
Geography: China
Time period: AD 3rd century ~ AD 3rd century
Creation date: 3rd Century; Three Kingdoms (220-265)
Function: Funerary jar
Acquisition: Donated by The University of Hong Kong Museum Society
Copyright
Acknowledgements
Owner: The University of Hong Kong
Museum: University Museum and Art Gallery, The University of Hong Kong
Credit line: Collection of the University Museum and Art Gallery, The University of Hong Kong