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Grain serving vessel (gui)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Grain serving vessel (gui) by Unknown Artist, is a bronze vessel with a rounded body featuring horizontal ridges. The vessel has a short neck and a small opening at the top. Two handles are attached on either side, each handle adorned with a loop and a small ornamental piece on top. The vessel rests on three legs. The overall color of the vessel is a dark bronze with visible signs of aging and wear. The background of the image is grey.

Artwork Details

Date
early 9th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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