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Vessel in the shape of a waterfowl (fuzun)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The vessel is in the shape of a waterfowl. Dark brown metal body with gold and blue designs. The body is bulbous with a flared top. A long neck extends from the left side with a head on the end. The head has a long beak. A tail protrudes from the right side. The vessel has three legs with webbed feet and stands upright. The background is gray.

Artwork Details

Date
15th–16th century
Medium
Copper alloy, gold and silver inlay
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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