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Circular Box with Geometric Design

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Circular object, approximately 1.5 times taller than wide. Dark brown color with reddish-brown etched designs. Bands of horizontal lines around object. A figure etched into side. Lid attached by a thin gold loop on top. Circular gold handle on top. Object made by artist titled "Circular Box with Geometric Design".

Artwork Details

Date
25–200
Medium
Black lacquer with painted and incised decoration
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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