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Watch Case

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of a rectangular watch case titled "Watch Case" by an unknown artist. The watch case features a bird perched on top. The body of the case is primarily white with a dark wood border at the top and sides. A leaf pattern borders the case. A large circular opening is in the center, surrounded by the leaf pattern. Below the circle is a painted image of a ship with three masts.

Artwork details

Date:
1800–1830
Medium:
Walrus ivory
Dimensions:
502 × 625 px
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