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Architectural Unit

mid-Zhou dynasty (1046–256 BCE)
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Architectural Unit
  • Period: mid-Zhou dynasty (1046–256 BCE)
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Bronze with green patina
  • Dimensions: H. 7 7/8 in. (20 cm); W. 17 11/16 in. (44.9 cm); D. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm)
  • Classification: Metalwork
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1945
  • Object Number: 45.154.2
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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