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Ornament in the shape of a phoenix

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Ornament in the shape of a phoenix by Unknown. The object is a gold ornament in the shape of a phoenix. The phoenix has a bird-like body with a long neck and a small head. The head is facing to the right. The beak is small and pointed. The wings are spread out to the sides. The wings have feathers engraved on them. There are flames or tendrils under and behind the body. The background is a light gray color. The object appears to be made of gold or brass. The object has a textured surface, with engraved details on the feathers and flames.

Artwork details

Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Korea
Dimensions:
599 × 451 px
Museum record:
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