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Ink palette carved from an ancient brick

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown wooden rectangle with rounded corners, featuring gold-colored writing. Rectangle's surface is smooth and flat. Rectangle is positioned on its side, showing its thickness. Rectangular object made from weathered, rough brick with a red square on top. The brick's surface appears uneven and aged. Object sits on a small wooden stand, which is slightly visible. Background transitions from dark gray to light gray.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century; brick dated CE 279
Medium:
Earthenware, wood
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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Palette