Jue, Ritual Wine Vessel

DateC.1200 BC

Place of ManufactureAsia

MediumMaterial: bronze

DimensionsOverall: 18.6 x 15.5 cm

ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART

Credit LineFrom the Rev. Dr. James M. Menzies collection, given by his son Arthur R. Menzies

Object number2003.029.001 a,b

DescriptionVessel has three triangular curved and tapering legs, with a loop handle on one side, two posts rising from rim, each with domed finial, and with long curved spout opposite a projecting flange ending in a point; the sides with t'ao-tieh masks separated by vertical flanges, triangular blade band below rim, clan sign on one post; dark green patina
on the exterior.

Status

Not on view