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Lingzhi mushrooms

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a small, carved stone or jade object, specifically a sculpture of Lingzhi mushrooms by an unknown artist. The object is primarily white with orange-brown patches and caps on top. It has a smooth, glossy finish. The caps are rounded and have a swirling pattern. The stems are thin and curved. The object sits on a plain surface with a gradient background that transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The object is positioned centrally in the image.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Jade (nephrite)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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