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Makara: C.43-1978

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Object information

Current Location: Gallery 28 - Arts of Asia Gallery

Maker(s)

Maker: Unknown

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Description

Hand built stoneware makara, a sea creature from Hindu mythology. Decorated in brown under a cream glaze

Notes

History note: Bought by the Friends from Bluett

Legal notes

Given by the Friends of the Fitzwilliam Museum

Measurements and weight

Height: 53.3 cm

Place(s) associated

  • Sawankhalok ⪼ Thailand

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1978) by The Friends of the Fitzwilliam Museum

Dating

13th Century
1200 - 1299

Materials used in production

Glaze
Stoneware

Techniques used in production

Glazing

Identification numbers

Accession number: C.43-1978
Primary reference Number: 75075
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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 12 January 2021 Last processed: Friday 8 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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