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Reliquary

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Reliquary by unknown artist. A teardrop-shaped object with a long neck and a crown on top. The object is made of gold and turquoise, featuring intricate designs and patterns. It has a wide base with a flat bottom and a small opening on the front. A gold filigree handle is on either side. The object sits on a square base with a similar design of blue and gold. The background is grey.

Artwork Details

Medium
Cloisonné enamel and bronze
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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