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Container in the Form of a Lotus Surmounted by a Female Figure

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a metal object with a female figure on top. The object is made of metal and has a long, curved spout on the left side. The spout is attached to a base that resembles a lotus flower. The base has a wide, flat bottom and tapers upward, with a series of curved lines around its middle. On top of the base is a small, intricately designed pot or container. Perched on top of the container is a small female figure with her right hand raised near her face and her left hand resting on her knee. The figure appears to be wearing a skirt and has long hair. The entire object is made of a dark-colored metal, possibly bronze or copper, and has a weathered appearance. The object sits on a flat surface, with a shadow cast to the left. The background is a plain gray color. The object is titled "Container in the Form of a Lotus Surmounted by a Female Figure" and was created by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. first half of the 12th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
Thailand
Dimensions
599 × 520 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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