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Basin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a green jade basin. The basin features a wide, rounded rectangular shape with a flat bottom and straight sides. A large, intricate carving encircles the exterior, showcasing a design featuring various figures and clouds. The basin's interior and the top edge are smooth. The basin is set against a gradient background that transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The basin casts a shadow on the surface below it. The artist of the piece is unknown but the title of the piece is "Basin".

Artwork Details

Date
dated 1774
Medium
Jade (nephrite)
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 370 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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