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Oracle bone fragment

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object is a light-brown, irregularly shaped fragment with a rough texture. It appears to be made of bone or stone. The fragment has a jagged edge all around. There are darker brown spots and discolorations on the surface. Some areas of the surface have a smoother texture than others. A series of symbols or writing are etched into the surface on one side. The background is a plain gray color. The Oracle bone fragment by the artist is displayed against this gray background.

Artwork Details

Medium
Inscribed bone
Culture
China
Dimensions
481 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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