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Roof tile fragment

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black-and-white photograph of fragments of a roof tile. There are 11 pieces total, arranged in two rows. The top row contains four pieces and the bottom row contains seven pieces. The largest piece on the top row is on the far left; it is long and rectangular with one rounded end. The next two pieces are rectangular; the left one is slightly wider than the right one. The fourth piece on the top row resembles a trapezoid with the top side being the shortest. The pieces on the bottom row vary in shape and size; they are generally smaller and more irregular. The background is a plain gray surface. The image is titled "Roof tile fragment" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
16th–17th century
Medium
Earthenware with green glaze
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 404 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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