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Vessel in the Form of a Double Dragon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gray ceramic vessel with a rounded bottom and bulbous body. The body features a scale-like pattern. Two metal bands encircle the vessel, one near the middle and one near the top. The top opening features two dragon heads protruding from it, facing outward. The dragons have open mouths and textured surfaces. The background is white with a shadow cast by the vessel. The vessel is titled "Vessel in the Form of a Double Dragon" and is by an unspecified artist.

Artwork Details

Date
14th–15th century
Medium
Earthenware with silver gilt
Culture
Thailand
Dimensions
489 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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