Scarab

Cleveland Museum of Art

The image shows a small, beige-colored stone or ceramic object with a rounded shape. The object is titled "Scarab" and is the work of an unnamed artist. The object has a smooth surface with visible scratches and marks on it. The top of the object appears to be carved into a shape resembling a beetle's head and thorax, with two small protrusions on either side that may represent wings. The background of the image is a gradient of dark gray to light gray, with the object casting a shadow on the surface below it. The object sits on a flat surface. The object itself is light beige with darker beige and black accents. The object is positioned upright, with the top facing forward. The background is darkest at the top and lightens towards the bottom.