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Sacrificial Vessel

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a metal sculpture of an animal. The animal has a long snout, two horns on top of its head and a collar around its neck. Its mouth is slightly open and it appears to be a quadruped with a short tail. The sculpture appears to be made of metal and has a weathered appearance, with visible signs of aging or wear. A small circular indentation and a semicircle are on the animal's back. The background is a plain light-colored surface. The title of the piece is "Sacrificial Vessel" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork Details

Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 488 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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