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Wine Vessel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Wine Vessel by Unknown. A dark-colored, possibly bronze, wine vessel shaped like a bull or cow. The vessel has a textured, scale-like pattern on its body. The head is turned to the right. Two curved protrusions are on the top back. A small bell hangs from the left side. The four legs have ornate designs. The background is light-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 363 px
Public Domain
Yes
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