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Bitter melons

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image features a sculpture titled "Bitter Melons" by an unspecified artist. The sculpture consists of two green, bumpy objects resembling bitter melons, made of a material that appears to be ceramic or stone, with a glossy finish. The objects are positioned on top of a dark brown wooden stand with an ornate base, featuring curved legs and decorative carvings. The stand has a round platform that supports the sculpture. The background of the image is a gradient of dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. The sculpture is positioned centrally in the image, casting a shadow to the right.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
Turquoise
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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