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Wine Cup (Zhi)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Wine Cup (Zhi) is a bronze vessel with a wide mouth that flares out and a narrow base. The body of the cup is bulbous and has a decorative band around the middle featuring a repeating geometric pattern. The cup has a short foot and exhibits a predominantly dark brown patina with patches of green. The surface is rough and uneven, showing signs of aging and wear. The background of the image is gray, with a subtle shadow cast by the cup.

Artwork Details

Date
11th century BCE
Medium
Bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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