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Artifact Date:
2000 - 999 B.C.
Artifact Era/Dynasty:
Shang Dynasty (c. 1600-1050 BC)
Creator:
Unknown
Creator Ancestory:
Chinese
Department:
The Museum Proper
Replica or Original:
Replica
On Display, In Storage, or in a Private Offsite Collection:
On Display
Primary Material:
Metal
Medium:
Bronze
Dimensions:
13" x 7.5" x 10.5"
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A bronze vessel in the form of a tiger.
老虎形狀的青銅器皿。
Classification/Category:
Furnishings
Specific Classification:
Statue
Notable Signatures,
Inscriptions, and/or Markings:
Donated by:
Unknown
Accession Number
1993.050.001
Catalogue Entry
Bronze Vessel is in the shape of a tiger swallowing a man. The tiger's mouth is open wide and its front arms embracing a terrified and frantic looking man. Its swing handle is decorated with a dragon pattern. This sculpture is highly treasured for its unique artistic design.
《虎食人卣》形似虎吞人。虎口張大，前臂摟著一個驚恐狂亂的男子，而其提梁則飾以龍紋。這座雕塑因其獨特的藝術設計而備受珍視。
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Artifact Date:
2000 - 999 B.C.