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Rice measure with four constellation deities

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Square-shaped red-brown vessel with a wide mouth and flat bottom. Four sides feature raised rectangular panels. The panels are carved with human figures representing the four constellation deities. The deities are depicted in various poses in a landscape with clouds. The vessel has a glossy finish. The background of the image is grey with a shadow cast to the right.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
Carved red, green, and black lacquer
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 480 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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