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Birdcage

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Cylindrical object with gold bars forming a cage-like structure on top, and a black base with gold designs; three curved feet at bottom; titled "Birdcage", by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Black lacquer ground with gold and silver maki-e, dyed wood, and silk netting
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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