H:16.0cm(6.30in) W:30.0cm(11.81in) Weight:2110g(4.65lb)This vessel is cast in bronze, with a wide mouth, bulging belly, ring foot, and dragon-head handles on both sides. The body is fully decorated with exquisite nipple, diamond and animal mask patterns, with powerful lines. The bronze patina is ancient, and there is a mark in the upper right corner. It is a classic form of Shang Dynasty bronze ritual vessel, an important ritual vessel for ancient sacrifices and banquets, with extremely high historical and collection value.

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