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Grain serving vessel (Gui)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Bronze grain serving vessel with two handles, a wide mouth and a short base. The body of the vessel features a lower section adorned with rows of rounded protuberances separated by a band of interlocking diamond-shaped pattern. A smooth, wide band encircles the upper portion, bearing an intricate geometric design comprised of interconnected squares. The vessel has a predominantly green patina with areas exhibiting a brown hue, suggesting oxidation. The two handles are adorned with a coiled rope-like pattern. The base is decorated with a band featuring square motifs. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The title of the piece is "Grain serving vessel (Gui)" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

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