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Cauldron with lid (Fu)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object is a bronze cauldron with a lid. The cauldron has a wide, rounded body with a short, flared base. Two handles are on either side of the cauldron. The lid has a decorative handle on top. The cauldron and lid are made of bronze and have a green and brown patina. The background is a light purple color.

Artwork details

Date:
2nd–4th century
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
North China
Dimensions:
481 × 625 px
Museum record:
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