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Ceremonial vessel in the shape of a phoenix
Ceremonial vessel in the shape of a phoenix

Ceremonial vessel in the shape of a phoenix

Place of OriginChina
Date1368-1644
DynastyMing dynasty (1368-1644)
MaterialsBronze with inlaid silver, inlaid gilded copper, and painted lacquer-simulated patina
DimensionsH. 11 5/8 in x W. 8 1/2 in x D. 4 1/2 in, H. 29.5 cm x W. 21.6 cm x D. 11.4 cm
Credit LineMuseum purchase
Object number2003.11
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsMetal Arts
On View
On view
LocationGallery 17
More Information

Inlaid with motifs of curls, birds, and mythical creatures, this vessel replicates a ritual vessel created in the Bronze Age approximately three thousand years ago.

Subject
  • phoenix