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Tray with lotus petal rim

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Copper-colored metal tray with a round shape. The tray has a flat bottom with a slightly raised edge. The edge is wavy and resembles the shape of a lotus flower. The surface of the tray is scratched and has a dark patina. The background is a gradient from dark to light gray. The tray is centered in the image and casts a shadow on the surface below it.

Artwork Details

Date
14th century
Medium
Lacquer
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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