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Chih (Drinking Cup)
Chih (Drinking Cup)

Chih (Drinking Cup)

Maker
Date12th century BC
MediumBronze
Dimensions4 5/8 x 5 1/2 inches (11.7 x 14 cm)
CultureChina
PeriodShang dynasty
ClassificationsMetalwork
Credit LineAcquired through the Museum Associates Purchase Fund
Terms
  • Metalwork
  • Vessels - Cups
  • Bronze
  • Mythological creatures
  • Chinese
Object number64.1055
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