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Circular Pierced Tablet

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Circular Pierced Tablet by unknown artist. Gray stone circular object with a hole in the center. The object has a dragon carved on top with its mouth open. The dragon's body forms the outer edge of the circle. The object features intricate carvings, including a spiral design on the left side. The right side of the object has rows of small circles. The object has a smooth, weathered appearance. It is set against a light gray background.

Artwork Details

Medium
Nephrite
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 611 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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