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Cup with figures in a landscape

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a small, three-dimensional object. The object is a cup or bowl with a flared mouth and decorative figures and patterns. The cup has a short, ridged base and a rounded body that curves outward, forming the flared mouth with a scalloped edge. The base and body are one piece. The interior and exterior of the cup are decorated with etched figures in a landscape setting. The etchings are more detailed on the interior. The cup's surface has visible signs of wear and tear. The cup sits on a plain surface casting a shadow to the right. The background is a plain surface that is light gray near the cup and darker gray on the right.

Artwork Details

Date
9th century
Medium
Silver with parcel gilding
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 497 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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