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Vessel (he) with lid
Vessel (he) with lid

Vessel (he) with lid

Place of OriginChina
Date960-1279
DynastySong dynasty (960-1279) or later
MaterialsBronze with gold and silver inlay
DimensionsH. 14 1/2 in x W. 9 1/2 in
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60B979
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsMetal Arts
On View
On view
LocationGallery 17
More Information
This vessel, in an archaic form, was used to serve wine at ceremonies. Such ceremonies were held by the ruling classes throughout Chinese history to pray to ancestors, heaven, and earth for blessings.