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This cup is extraordinary both for its design and fine casting. Each panel presents a different legendary story conveying auspicious wishes of traditional values.
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明末清初 銅鎏金人物故事圖八方螭耳杯
Title: Octagonal cup with dragon handles
Period: Late Ming (1368–1644)– early Qing (1644–1911) dynasty
Date: 17th century
Culture: China
Medium: Gilt copper alloy
Dimensions: H. to handles 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm); H. to rim (2 1/2 in. (6.4 cm); Diam. of rim 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm); Diam. of foot 1 7/8 in. (4.8 cm)
Classification: Metalwork
Credit Line: Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, 2017
Object Number: 2017.20
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