Bronze Jar (You)
1050 BC - 1000 BC (made)
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| Place of origin |
In ancient China all bronze ritual vessels had a specific name. This lidded jar with an arc handle is called a 'you' and was a container for wine.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 3 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Bronze, cast |
| Brief description | Met, China, vess/cont/holders |
| Physical description | This elaborate jar was buried soon after it was made. It shows a high level of detail, and bears a handle. |
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| Credit line | Purchased with Art Fund support, the Vallentin Bequest, Sir Percival David and the Universities China Committee |
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| Summary | In ancient China all bronze ritual vessels had a specific name. This lidded jar with an arc handle is called a 'you' and was a container for wine. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | M.186:1-1935 |
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| Record created | December 15, 1999 |
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