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Wine Cup (Jue)
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Decoration is restricted to a narrow belt of forms around the middle of this wine vessel. The side opposite the handle features a symmetrical design with two eyes amid barbs and curls. On the other side, two roughly symmetrical units, also composed of barbs and curls, flank the handle.
| Artist / Maker | Anonymous, Erligang phase (c. 1600–1400 BCE) |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1400 BCE |
| Culture / Origin | China, Shang dynasty (c. 1600–c. 1046 BCE), Erligang phase (c. 1600–1400 BCE) |
| Medium | bronze |
| Dimensions | Overall: 32.4 x 24.2 cm (12 3/4 x 9 1/2 in.) |
| Department | Chinese Art |
| Type | Metalwork |
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