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Disk with dragon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Disk with dragon by Unknown is a small, oval-shaped stone object with a hole in the center. The stone has a light-colored base with darker veins running through it. A dragon's head and body are carved on top of the stone, curled around the hole. The dragon's head is on the right side, facing to the right. The stone has a smooth, glossy surface and appears to be made of a type of jade or similar material. The disk has a decorative design etched into its surface, featuring swirling patterns. The object is resting on a gray fabric surface.

Artwork Details

Medium
Jade
Culture
China
Dimensions
598 × 358 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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