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Cabinet with figures in a landscape

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red cabinet with two doors and two small drawers on top. The cabinet has a flat top and a rectangular shape. The doors are closed, each with a small knob in the center. The two drawers on top are smaller and rectangular with small knobs. A gold handle is attached to the top of the drawers. The cabinet and drawers are made of wood and have an intricate carved design depicting a landscape with trees, rocks, and people. The carvings on the cabinet and drawers appear to be identical. The background is dark gray to light grey gradient.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Carved red lacquer; gilt bronze fittings
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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