Chinese Ritual Vessel
| Native Name | Dou |
|---|---|
| Object Number: | 29-25-4A |
| Current Location: | Collections Storage |
| Culture: | Chinese |
| Provenience: | China |
| Period: | Spring and Autumn Period |
| Date Made: | Spring and Autumn Period |
| Early Date: | -770 |
| Late Date: | 207 |
| Section: | Asian |
| Materials: | Bronze |
| Technique: | Cast |
| Iconography: | Dragon |
| Height: | 21.6 cm |
| Outside Diameter: | 8 cm |
| Credit Line: | Museum Purchase, 1929 |
Description
Covered vessel, Dou. On tall stem. Narrow bands of design in very low flat relief on interlaced geometric dragon motifs. Slight malachite green and bright blue patina.
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