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Food Serving Vessel (Gui)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Food Serving Vessel (Gui) by unknown artist is a bronze artifact with a predominantly green patina and visible brown and yellow tones. The vessel features two handles on either side, each shaped like an animal's head. The body of the vessel is rounded with a narrow base and wide mouth. It has a short foot and is decorated with intricate carvings and patterns across its surface. Two small round rivets are positioned on the front. The background of the image is grey, with the vessel casting a shadow to the right.

Artwork details

Date:
12th century BCE
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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