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Candlestick from a Set Five-Piece Altar Set (Wugong)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a Candlestick from a Set Five-Piece Altar Set (Wugong) by an unknown artist. The object is a three-tiered candlestick. The bottom tier is a wide, flared base with a decorative border around the bottom edge. Above the base is a smaller, rounded section with a design that matches the base. The middle tier is a wide, shallow bowl with a decorative border around the top edge. The top tier is a narrow, tall cylinder with a small, shallow bowl at the top. A thin, tapered stick protrudes from the center of the top bowl. The entire candlestick is covered in an intricate design featuring swirling patterns and floral motifs. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Artwork Details

Medium
Porcelain
Culture
China
Dimensions
425 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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