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Bowl

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bowl by Unknown, a gray clay bowl with a wide mouth and a narrow base, featuring a decorative pattern around the middle. The bowl has a wide, flat rim and a short, flared foot. The decorative pattern consists of a series of connected, chevron-like shapes. The bowl appears to be made of clay and has a weathered appearance. The background is a plain white wall and a flat surface, likely a table or shelf.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 11th–10th century BCE
Medium:
Earthenware with carved and incised decoration
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
599 × 456 px
Museum record:
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