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Bell

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pale green jade bell with gold accents hanging from a wooden frame; bell has a rounded top and a flared bottom; jade has line and relief carvings; four dragon shaped relief carvings; a gold bail with a metal chain; frame has a geometric interlocking pattern; four legs. "Bell" by unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Jade (nephrite)
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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