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Medallion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Medallion by unknown artist, white jade carved into an elongated oval shape with a flat, smooth surface; a horizontal bar across middle; top carved with flowers and leaves; bottom carved with intricate curved tendrils; surface appears smooth and glossy; number "552" written on bar; on gray fabric background.

Artwork Details

Medium
Nephrite, white with very light greenish tint
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 565 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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