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Grain Serving Vessel (Dou)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a dark-colored, rounded vessel with a lid. The vessel, titled "Grain Serving Vessel (Dou)" and attributed to an unknown artist, has a wide body that is bulbous in shape. It features a short, decorative base, two small handles on either side, and a lid with a short stem. The base of the vessel and the top of the lid are adorned with intricate carvings or patterns. The vessel appears to be made of a dark material, possibly metal, and has a weathered appearance. The background of the image is light-colored.

Artwork details

Date:
5th–3rd century BCE
Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 552 px
Museum record:
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