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Grain serving vessel (Gui)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Green-colored, three-legged vessel with a lid. The vessel has a rounded body and a short neck. Two handles protrude from either side, each featuring a stylized animal head at the end. The body, lid, and base of the vessel are adorned with horizontal ridges and decorative etchings. The vessel exhibits a weathered appearance with visible signs of aging and wear. The background is a gradient of dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 9th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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