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Four-lobed box (from incense set)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object is a four-lobed box with a lid. The box is predominantly blue and has a floral design with pink flowers, green leaves and gold accents. The box is shaped like a rounded square with four lobes and sits on a short, gold base. The lid is round with a scalloped edge and also has a floral design. A thin, turquoise line borders the lid's edge. The box and lid have a shiny appearance. The background is gray, with a shadow cast by the box. The box appears to be an incense set by artist Qianlong.

Artwork details

Date:
second half 18th century
Medium:
Painted enamel on copper alloy
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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