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Sacrificial Vessel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Sacrificial Vessel, created by the artist, is a bronze artifact with a predominantly teal patina. The vessel's body is shaped like a wide bowl with a narrow base, supported by three curved legs. The exterior features intricate designs and patterns in shades of gold, red, and blue. A handle with spherical decorations is attached to the top. The interior and exterior of the bowl are adorned with ornate designs. The background of the image is gray, and the object casts a shadow to the right.

Artwork Details

Medium
Cloisonné enamel on gilt copper
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 532 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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