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Chinese Vessel — Maritime Archaeology Museum

Chinese Vessel

Maritime Archaeology Museum Trade and Commerce Historical
Period
Historical
Date
2025-07-22
Materials
porcelain
Dimensions
H-15.5cm, THK- 9.87mm
Inventory
MAMG/2009/C/52

Full Description

This vessel is a product of the Qing Dynasty (1644–1911) in China. It was recovered from the Jetavanarama Monastery in Anuradhapura during the 1995–96 excavations.
Historical Context The vessel in question, dating from the Qing Dynasty (1644–1911) in China, represents a period of thriving porcelain production and international trade. The Qing Dynasty, especially during the reigns of emperors Kangxi, Yongzheng, and Qianlong (late 17th to 18th centuries), saw a golden age of ceramic artistry, with porcelain exported across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.