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Wine container (Hu)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Wine container (Hu) by unknown artist depicts a bronze vessel with a wide base tapering to a narrow neck and flared rim; rounded body; two curved handles on either side; relief designs cover entire surface. The designs include geometric shapes and motifs. The vessel sits on a circular base. The patina is dark green with areas of lighter green and brown. The background of the image transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. A shadow is cast to the right of the vessel.

Artwork Details

Date
late 9th–early 8th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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