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Covered Box

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Brown and beige ceramic box with lid titled "Covered Box" by artist Beaumont. The box has a rounded body with a geometric pattern of interlocking diamonds covering it, the lid has a small knob on top and a floral patterned design. The box's coloration is primarily brown and beige with hints of darker brown. The box's lid is slightly ajar from the body.

Artwork details

Date:
14th–ca. mid-16th century
Medium:
Earthenware with cream white glaze and iron-brown underglaze decoration
Culture:
Thailand (Si Satchanalai)
Dimensions:
599 × 537 px
Museum record:
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