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Plaque in the shape of a fish

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal plaque in the shape of a fish, titled "Plaque in the shape of a fish" by an unknown artist. The plaque is made of a weathered metal, possibly silver or gray in color. The fish shape is curved, resembling a crescent shape. The head of the fish is on the top left, with a small eye visible. The body of the fish has a textured pattern along its back, resembling scales. The tail end of the fish is on the bottom left, with a jagged edge. The plaque has a rough, aged appearance with visible signs of wear and tear. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Medium
Jade (nephrite)
Culture
China
Dimensions
404 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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Palette