Ritual Basin
The Ritual Basin by Unknown Artist shows a green, wide, short cylindrical bronze vessel with a flat bottom and slightly flared mouth. The exterior surface features intricate carvings of various figures and swirling patterns. The interior is a lighter color, possibly gold or beige. The background is gray, transitioning to white at the bottom, casting a slight shadow to the right.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 6th–8th century
- Medium
- Bronze
- Culture
- Afghanistan or Central Asia
- Dimensions
- 600 × 480 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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