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Box with pommel scroll

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red, circular box with a carved design on the lid and sides. The lid features a symmetrical pattern of interconnected swirls and curved lines. The box has a hinged lid and a smooth, glossy finish. The box is set against a gray background that gradually darkens towards the top. The box is titled "Box with pommel scroll" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
late 13th–14th century
Medium:
Carved red and black lacquer
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 480 px
Museum record:
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