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Garment hook in the shape of a phoenix

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pale green jade sculpture of a phoenix lying on its side. The phoenix has a curved beak and a wavy crest on top of its head. Its body is long and curved, with feathers carved along the back. The wings are folded against the body. The tail is long and curved, with feathers carved along its length. The sculpture has a small circular base to support it. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Jade (nephrite)
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 369 px
Public Domain
Yes
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