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Covered Box

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a circular object titled "Covered Box" by an unknown artist. The object is made of a light-colored material, likely jade or stone, and features an intricate carved design on its lid. The lid is round and flat, with a raised edge around its perimeter. The carved design on the lid appears to be a floral pattern, with curved lines and shapes that resemble leaves and flowers. The body of the object is also round and has a series of rectangular indentations around its circumference. The object sits on a plain surface, with a light-colored background behind it. The overall appearance of the object suggests that it may be a decorative box or container, possibly used for storing small items such as jewelry or trinkets.

Artwork Details

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