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Crystal ball

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white photograph of a sculpture titled "Crystal ball" by an unknown artist. Three dark-colored bird statues stand on a rectangular base, each with long necks bent upwards, supporting a large clear crystal ball. The birds have detailed feathers and beaks. The base has a decorative edge. A small white label reads "THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART".

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Rock crystal
Culture
China
Dimensions
365 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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