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Trinket Box

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Trinket Box by artist. Rectangular box with a lid, made of white material, possibly ceramic or porcelain. The box has a flat top and bottom, with a slightly raised pattern around the edges. The lid features a raised design of leaves and a reclining figure. The body of the box has a raised design of wheat or grass-like leaves. The background of the image is a plain gray surface, with a slight shadow cast by the box. The overall appearance is ornate and decorative, suggesting a vintage or antique piece.

Artwork details

Date:
1830–70
Medium:
Parian porcelain
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
600 × 422 px
Museum record:
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