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Covered square box with dragon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red square box with a lid, featuring a dragon design. The box has rounded corners and a flat top. The top surface is predominantly red with a large dragon design in black. The dragon has a long body and appears to be surrounded by flames or clouds. The sides of the box are also decorated with a black design on a red background, featuring a pattern of lines and shapes. The box is sitting on a plain surface, with a gradient background that transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
dated 1610
Medium:
Polychrome lacquer with filled-in and engraved gold decoration
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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