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Zun

A zun is ancient Chinese bronze wine vessel with a vase-like form, dating from the Shang Dynasty.

Used in religious ceremonies to hold wine, the zun has a wide lip to facilitate pouring.

External links

  • A 12th century BCE bronze zun at the Brooklyn Museum of Art http://www.marymount.k12.ny.us/marynet/TeacherResources/bronzesproject/html/bkly
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Last updated: 05-02-2005 19:27:57