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Cup

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Marble cup on a white decorative stand. The cup is rounded and appears to be made of dark-colored marble with a smooth interior and exterior surface that has visible imperfections and discoloration. The stand is white, with a flat base with a decorative edge featuring curved and perforated designs. The base supports a narrower middle section adorned with floral patterns and a wider top section with a decorative edge. The background is gray. Title: Cup. Artist: Unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
late 19th century
Medium:
Jade, ivory stand
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
484 × 624 px
Museum record:
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