Vessel in the Shape of a Waterfowl, 12th–13th century

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Vessel in the Shape of a Waterfowl, Southern Song dynasty (1127–1279), 12th–13th century, China, Bronze with gold and silver inlay, H. 5 1/2 (14 cm); W. 3 1/2 in. ( cm); L. 8 1/2 in. ( cm), Metalwork, Vessels in the shape of waterfowl are known from before the Han dynasty (206 – 220). During the eleventh century, this form was revived as part of a widespread interest in antiquarianism and, in particular, in early vessels in bronze and clay

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