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Pair of Turquoise-Blue Plugs

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a pair of turquoise-blue plugs by an unknown artist. The plugs are long, thin, and tapered, with a flared top. They are made of a light-colored material, possibly stone or ceramic, and have a rough texture. The surface of the plugs shows signs of wear and tear, with visible cracks and imperfections. The plugs are symmetrical, with one on the left and one on the right side of the image. The background of the image is solid black, which helps to highlight the details of the plugs.

Artwork Details

Date
ca. 3rd century BCE
Medium
Gilt turquoise glass
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
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