Chariot Fitting
CultureChinese
DateShang dynasty (1500-1045 B.C.E.)
MediumBronze
DimensionsOverall: 10 3/8 × 1 7/8 × 4 inches (26.35 × 4.76 × 10.16 cm)
Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust
Object number34-235/31
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DescriptionPole decoration for a chariot decorated in raised and incised formal patterns of dragons, "Chou hooks," Tao T'ieh mask, thunder patterns, and diamond patterns, green and red patina.
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