Beaker Vase in the Shape of an Ancient Bronze Beaker (Zun)
Unknown
Qing dynasty (1644–1911), late 17th/early 18th century
Medium
Dehua ware, Blanc-de-chine-type; porcelain with underglaze molded decoration
Dimensions
47.2 × 18.2 cm (18 9/16 × 7 3/16 in.); Diam.: 18.2 cm (7 3/16 in.)
Classification
vase
Department
Arts of Asia
Museum
Art Institute of Chicago
Accession Number
12672
About the Artist
Unknown
The artist designated as "Unknown" in our virtual museum's collection exemplifies a poignant chapter in art history: creators whose identities have faded into obscurity despite the enduring power of their work. With only one known artwork attributed to them in our holdings, this figure represents countless anonymous hands that shaped visual culture across centuries. Museums worldwide, including th...