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A tall, slender bronze vessel with a wide flared rim. Its narrow neck connects to a segmented midsection and splayed base, both decorated with raised geometric patterns and vertical ridges. The surface has a mottled green and brown patina.
Ritual Beaker
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Ritual Beaker

Artist Chinese Artist
DateShang dynasty (c. 1600-1100 BCE), 12th century BCE
Place of originChina, Asia
MediumBronze
DimensionsMouth diameter: 11 x 6 x 6 in. (27.9 x 15.2 x 15.2 cm)
Base: 11 x 3 x 3 in. (27.9 x 7.6 x 7.6 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineMuseum purchase, funds provided by the Robert H. and Kathleen M. Axline Acquisition Endowment
Object number2001.13
Collections
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