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Lobed Tripod Cauldron (Li)

A work made of earthenware.
CC0 Public Domain Designation

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  • A work made of earthenware.

Date:

Longshan culture (c. 2500–2000 BC)

Artist:

China

About this artwork

Status

Currently Off View

Department

Arts of Asia

Title

Lobed Tripod Cauldron (Li)

Place

China (Artist's nationality:)

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Made 2500 BCE–2000 BCE

Medium

Earthenware

Dimensions

H: 7 7/8" (17.5cm) × W: 6 1/2" (16.7cm); Diam. of mouth: 4 7/8" (12.2cm)

Credit Line

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Potter Palmer

Reference Number

1937.792

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