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On Sunday 13 July, the Tempo Half Marathon will begin and end at Compton Verney.

Please note that we are still open to visitors on this day, however there will be a rolling road block in the morning, and the site may be busier than usual due to this event so please allow yourself more time to travel.

Chinese bronze pots in a glass display cabinet in a museum setting

chinese Collection

Vessel and cover in the shape of a xu

Artist: Unknown
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This vessel, produced in enamel during the Qianlong reign, recreates the shape of an ancient xu vessel from the 8th century BC, but is decorated in a distinctly late Imperial style. The lid features a late interpretation of the taotie design, even though this style of decoration would not have been found on the original bronze xu.

Details

Artist
Unknown
Title
Vessel and cover in the shape of a xu
Date
Qing dynasty, Qianlong period (AD 1736-1796)
Medium
Cloisonné enamel on gilt bronze
Reference
CVCSC 0336.A
Collection
Chinese Bronzes
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