The 12th or 13th century BC brass wine vessel in the shape of an owl was located at the entrance to the Museum’s exhibition
An ancient object was damaged when a visitor tripped over it at the Minneapolis Institute of Art last month, according to reports.
The 12th- or 13th-century BC owl-shaped brass wine vessel was at the entrance to the museum’s “Eternal Offerings: Chinese Ritual Bronzes” exhibit when it was damaged on April 9, the Star Tribune reports. .
During her period Chinese Shang Dynasty (ca. 1600 -1046 BC) aristocrats used the vessel in ritual offerings to honor their ancestors.
A spokesperson for the Museum confirmed that the vessel has been removed from the exhibition for further damage assessment and conservation.
Museum officials said they “will continue to monitor and strengthen accident prevention measures.”
The owl-shaped vessel has been replaced by bronze winged dragons from the 4th or 5th century BC, which were moved from the second exhibition hall.
Exploring the ritual significance of ancient Chinese bronze objects, the exhibition sheds new light on innovations in shape and decoration, as well as advanced casting techniques for artefacts dating back from 1600 BC to 220 AD.
Source :Skai
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