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A bright green-grey cast bronze vessel that stands on three narrow, pointed legs, has a tall body, and a top lip that protrudes out. The body is decorated with a finely engraved pattern.

'Jue' Ritual Wine Vessel with 'Taotie' Decor

Chinese

Cast bronze with heavy incrustations of green and russet patina

Shang dynasty, c. 1600-c. 1050 BCE

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