OKARINA, terra cotta flute, China, Late Han period, 25-220 AD.

Okarina; a terra cotta flute.

A grave find from China in an exceptionally cool condition! There was once a blue glaze layer over it, of which remnants of pigment are still visible here and there. Geometric patterns, refined and flawless! I had a custom stand made for this object, which is of course included! The stand is specially designed to protect the flute and display it at its best!

The Ocarina flute is an ancient Chinese wind instrument made of terracotta, a type of clay. This particular flute dates from the Late Han period (25-220 AD), a time of great cultural and artistic development in China. The Ocarina flute typically has 8-10 holes and produces a soft, flute-like sound. The instrument was popular in Chinese music and was often used in rituals, ceremonies and music ensembles. It is a unique piece of ancient Chinese art and music history.

Length: 20cm
Size in the middle: 37 cm
Weight: 789 grams
Origin: China
Dating: Late Han (Hou Han 後漢) or Eastern Han (Dong Han 東漢) period; 25 - 220 AD
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