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Covered vessel in the shape of an ancient ritual bronze

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Clear glass vessel with lid; body rounded on a short foot; three bands of engraved decoration around the body; handle on one side; top covered; lid engraved to resemble an ancient bronze; scroll-like designs.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Rock crystal
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 569 px
Museum record:
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