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Rectangular wine container (fanglei)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular wine container (fanglei) by Unknown. Dark-colored, possibly bronze, rectangular wine container with a domed lid. Two handles on either side. Intricate designs and patterns etched into the surface. Weathered appearance with visible signs of aging and wear. The body is rectangular and the base is flat. The lid is also domed with a small knob on top. Etched patterns cover the entire surface.

Artwork Details

Date
13th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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