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Pendant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular pendant with rounded corners, made of light-colored stone or jade. The pendant features intricate carvings of a plant with curved tendrils extending from the top. Carvings on the left resemble leaves, while the right side has a smoother surface. Small holes are scattered throughout, adding to the design. Attached to a cord with a small bead and decorative cluster at the top. The background of the image is solid black. Pendant by artist.

Artwork Details

Date
20th century
Medium
Jadeite, seed pearls
Culture
China
Dimensions
467 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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