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Rectangular wine container (fangyi)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular wine container (fangyi) by unknown artist. The object is a gray, weathered metal artifact with a patina. It has a rectangular base and a domed lid. The base is flat and has a small lip around the edge. The body of the object is divided into sections with intricate carvings and designs. The carvings depict various patterns, including spirals, curves, and geometric shapes. The lid is also decorated with carvings and has a small finial on top. The object appears to be made of bronze or another metal alloy. The background of the image is a gradient of gray, with the object casting a shadow on the surface below it.

Artwork details

Date:
mid-10th century BCE
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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