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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
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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