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Tripod cauldron (ding) in ancient style?

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a tripod cauldron. The cauldron is made of dark metal, likely bronze. The body of the cauldron is bulbous and rounded. It has three legs and two small handles on either side of the rim. A decorative pattern and writing are etched into the exterior. A green patina covers parts of the cauldron's surface. The lid is domed and features a raised design. The background of the image is gray, with a shadow cast by the cauldron.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century?
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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