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Human tooth inlaid with jadeite

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black circular dish with small teeth with green inlays. The dish is circular and made of a dark material, possibly ceramic or stone. It has a smooth, glossy finish and a slightly raised edge. The dish is sitting on a light-colored surface. There are five teeth in the dish. The teeth are small and white, with some brown spots. They appear to be human teeth. Some of the teeth have a green stone or gemstone inlaid into them. The green inlays are circular and smooth. The background of the image is a light-colored surface, possibly a table or countertop. The surface is flat and even, with no visible texture or pattern. The overall atmosphere of the image is one of simplicity and elegance, with the black dish and white teeth providing a striking contrast to the light-colored background. Human tooth inlaid with jadeite by Artist unknown.

Artwork Details

Medium
Jadeite, pea-green
Culture
Mexico
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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