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Box with scene of bathing children

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red, circular, two-layered box with a scene on top. The box has a flat top and a slightly raised edge. The top layer is carved with a scene of children bathing. The children are surrounded by foliage. The lower layer has a Greek key pattern carved into it. The box has a glossy finish. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

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