Cauldron
China · Western Zhou dynasty (1046–771 BC ), early 9th century BC · Art Institute of Chicago
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A Monumental Bronze Cauldron
This is a large bronze cauldron from China, about 49 centimeters tall and 43 centimeters wide. That is roughly the size of a big cooking pot, though it was never meant for the kitchen. Its bowl is wide and fairly shallow, and it stands on legs. Around the bowl run two bands of hooked, ribbonlike patterns, one above the other. Where each leg meets the bowl, a monsterlike mask juts outward. The surface is plain and severe rather than crowded, which gives the vessel a quiet, powerful presence.
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Details
- Maker
- China
- Date
- Western Zhou dynasty (1046–771 BC ), early 9th century BC
- Medium
- Bronze
- Dimensions
- 49 × 43 cm (19 3/8 × 16 15/16 in.)
- Place of origin
- China
- Held by
- Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · On view · Gallery 131
- Credit line
- Major Acquisitions Centennial Fund
Image: Art Institute of Chicago, CC0