The Swan by Claude Michel Clodion: A jade sculpture of a swan viewed from the side. The swan's head curves back towards its body, resting on top. The body is smooth with carved detail on the wing. The color of the jade is primarily light brown with hints of white and orange. The background is grey, darker at the top.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 12th–14th century
- Medium:
- Jade (nephrite)
- Culture:
- China
- Dimensions:
- 600 × 450 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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