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Pendant

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular pendant with rounded top and flat bottom. Light-colored stone, possibly jade. Carved design featuring a figure in a robe. Figure appears to be holding an object. Intricate carvings around the edges and throughout the design. Small holes throughout the pendant. Cord threaded through a hole at the top, secured with a large bead and smaller beads. Black background. Title: Pendant. Artist not specified.

Artwork Details

Date
20th century
Medium
Jadeite, seed pearls
Culture
China
Dimensions
466 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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