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Wine pouring vessel (Gong)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Green and red patina bronze wine pouring vessel in the shape of an animal head with a curved handle. The vessel has a wide mouth at the top and a narrow base. A lid on top. The handle is on the right. The background is grey. The vessel, titled "Wine pouring vessel (Gong)", is by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
12th century BCE
Medium
Bronze inlaid with turquoise
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
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