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Wine pouring vessel (gong)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Wine pouring vessel (gong) by artist name removed. The object is a bronze artifact with a green and brown patina. It has a rectangular base and a curved body that rises to a spout at the front. The spout is shaped like an animal head with a curved beak and protruding eyes. A handle is on the left side. The body is decorated with intricate designs, including spirals, swirls, and geometric patterns. The object sits on a gray gradient background.

Artwork Details

Date
mid-10th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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