Leaf-Shaped Box
Gold-colored metal leaf-shaped box adorned with intricate jewels and gemstones. The box features a predominantly gold base with a wavy turquoise border around its edge. The lid showcases a central figure surrounded by swirling patterns and an assortment of gemstones in various shapes and colors, including green, blue, purple, and clear. The box has a hinged lid and a small clasp at the top. The background of the image is light gray, providing a neutral contrast to the ornate box. "Leaf-Shaped Box" by Artist.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 17th–19th century
- Medium
- Gold, aquamarine, diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphire, pearl, lapis lazuli, and turquoise
- Culture
- Top decoration: Newari; box: Tibet, Lhasa area
- Dimensions
- 599 × 429 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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