Crystal ball
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
- Museum record:
- View original
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