Vase

China, c. 1127-1279, stoneware

This vase has an unusual oval shape with a tall slender neck around which are depicted clouds, dragons, and immortal beings. This type of vase is known as hunping (vase of the soul). It was placed in a grave along with the deceased with the wish that their soul would safely ascend to heaven.

  • Artwork typegrave vase
  • Object numberAK-MAK-559
  • Dimensionsdiameter 9 cm, diameter 18 cm, diameter 12.6 cm, height 63.5 cm