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Ritual ram-form wine vessel, Gong, late Shang Dynasty (bronze) (see also 3618607)
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Ritual ram-form wine vessel, Gong, late Shang Dynasty (bronze) (see also 3618607)
3618914 Ritual ram-form wine vessel, Gong, late Shang Dynasty (bronze) (see also 3618607) by Chinese School, Shang Dynasty (1766-1050 BC); length: 22 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Cover decorated with a pair of kui dragons and a taotie mask and set with a standing kui dragon with curling tail and a small standing bird at the centre. Body cast on each side with a large crested bird, its clawed foot extending downward onto the legs of the ram and its elongated tail curling around the rams haunch. Chest of the ram further decorated with a pair of crouching tigers. All decoration cast in shallow relief and reserved on leiwen grounds.); Photo eChristies Images; Chinese, out of copyright
Media ID 22448224
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
Dragon Dragons East Asian Gong Horn Horns Metallic Ram Form Rams Shang Dynasty Vessels
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This print showcases a remarkable artifact from the late Shang Dynasty, a ritual ram-form wine vessel known as Gong. Crafted in bronze and measuring 22 cm in length, this exquisite piece is part of a private collection. The vessel's cover features intricate decorations including a pair of kui dragons, a taotie mask, and a standing kui dragon with a curling tail alongside a small standing bird at its center. The body of the vessel is adorned with large crested birds on each side, their clawed feet extending downward onto the legs of the ram while their elongated tails gracefully curl around its haunches. Adding to its ornate beauty, the chest of the ram displays an additional pair of crouching tigers. All these decorative elements are cast in shallow relief and reserved on leiwen grounds. This ancient masterpiece reflects the exceptional craftsmanship and artistic sensibilities prevalent during the Shang Dynasty. Its metallic composition exudes an air of antiquity while symbolizing power and strength through its depiction of animals such as dragons and rams. As we admire this extraordinary work, we are transported back in time to appreciate East Asian artistry at its finest. This photograph allows us to marvel at every intricate detail that makes this vessel not only functional but also an awe-inspiring piece of art steeped in history and cultural significance.
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