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Rectangular wine container (fangyi)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular wine container (fangyi) by Unknown. The object is a bronze artifact with a green patina. It has a rectangular body and a domed lid. The body has rounded corners and a flat base with a small, U-shaped opening. The lid is divided into two panels that meet at a central ridge. The panels of the lid and body are decorated with intricate, raised designs. The designs feature geometric patterns including spirals, zigzags, and curved lines. There are two small, rounded knobs on the front of the body. The object has a small, square handle on top of the lid. The background of the image is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
12th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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