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Candlestick

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Two candlesticks, a pitcher, and a coffee pot on a shelf. The two candlesticks on the left are identical and made of metal with a patterned design. They have a wide base that tapers up to a smaller middle section with a decorative ball. The top section is a short cylinder with a small spike. The candlesticks have a floral pattern etched into the surface. The pitcher in the middle is white ceramic with a handle on one side and a floral design. The coffee pot on the right is a white ceramic with a handle on one side and a lid on top. The coffee pot also has a spout and a floral design. The background is a plain wall. The image is in black and white. The artist of the candlestick is unidentified but titled "Candlestick".

Artwork Details

Medium
Cloisonné enamel
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 320 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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