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Belt plaque

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangle belt plaque with rounded corners. Dragon carved in relief, body curved, five claws on lower part, head pointing up with mouth open and showing teeth. Dragon surrounded by decorative elements resembling clouds, flames, and foliage. Two holes, one on left, one on right, near the edge. Background flat and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Medium
Jade
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 585 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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