Vessel
Original Language TitleKuei
Former TitleTun (Cauldron) (Vessel for Holding Cereals)
CultureChinese
DateWestern Zhou dynasty (1045-771 B.C.E.)
MediumBronze and wood
DimensionsOverall: 8 × 17 × 8 3/4 inches (20.32 × 43.18 × 22.23 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number32-68/5 A,B
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DescriptionCircular bronze vessel with three short curved legs below animal masks in relief on the base, with claw feet. Two handles in the form of animal heads, one on either side. Designs in relief on animal heads, a band of decoration below the rim, and on base. With a wood lid.
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