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Water coupe

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A black and white photo of a water coupe by an unknown artist. The water coupe has a bowl-shaped body made of white jade carved into the shape of a fruit or a flower, with a glossy finish and several dark inclusions. The bowl is supported by a dark-colored metal stand that has a complex design of flowers and other organic shapes, which is resting on a circular base. The stand has curved legs and appears to be made of a dark metal. The background is plain and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Jadeite
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 468 px
Public Domain
Yes
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