Rituele plengbeker

anonymous, -1300 - -1000

Two libation beakers (jue). China. Late Shang period (1300 - 1050 BC). Bronze. The jue was used to heat and pour wine in ceremonial libations. The handles were used for lifting the heated vessel with a pair of tongs. The spout is to facilitate pouring. Acquired with support of the Vereniging Rembrandt.

  • Artwork typeritual object, plengbeker, jue
  • Object numberAK-MAK-1322-B
  • Dimensionsheight 21.5 cm x width 16 cm x depth 9 cm