This is a replica of the bronze vessel made in Western Zhou Dynasty about 11th century B.C. to 9th century B.C. The "Jue" type of wine vessel has long tail, deep belly, round base, stands on tree legs. The "Jue" was used as a cup for heating and drinking. On top of the wine vessel are two round small solid knobs in bird shape. Experts are still not sure the purposes of the two knobs on Jue vessels.
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