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Ritual Wine Cup (Zhi)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Green ritual wine cup with a wide mouth and a narrow base. The body of the cup is decorated with intricate carvings of various animals, including dragons and other mythical creatures. The cup has a wide, flared rim and a rounded body that tapers slightly towards the base. The surface is covered in a green patina, with some areas of wear and tear visible. The cup is symmetrical, with the same design elements on either side. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
late 11th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
469 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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