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Grain Serving Vessel (Dui)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A bronze vessel, titled "Grain Serving Vessel (Dui)" by an unknown artist, featuring a rounded body with a lid and three legs. The body and lid are decorated with intricate designs and patterns. The vessel has a green patina with areas of red pigment. Two small handles are on either side of the lid. The lid is domed and the handles are looped. The three legs are short and thick with ornate details at the top. The vessel sits on a plain gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 5th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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