Title
Fragment of a lacquer dish
Year/Period
Tang dynasty, around 830s
Region
China
Material
Dimension
Object Size: 2.2 x 15.7 x 14 cm
Accession No.
2005.1-00123
Collection of
Credit Line
The Tang Shipwreck was acquired through the generous donation of the Estate of Khoo Teck Puat.
This fragment of a lacquer dish was found on board the Tang Shipwreck. Lacquer is a sturdy and waterproof substance and this dish was probably used as a plate for consuming meals.The Tang Shipwreck is a 9th century vessel that was en route from China back to the Middle East when it sank off the coast of Belitung Island in the Java Sea.
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