

Ritual Wine Cup (Zhi)
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
- View original
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