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Model of a Mirror

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Model of a Mirror by James McNeill Whistler is a round, flat object with a raised edge. The object has a predominantly dark color with lighter areas. It features a circular design with concentric circles. The center has a small circular area with a figure. Surrounding this are several concentric circles with various patterns, including curved lines, shapes, and geometric designs. The outermost area has a decorative border. The entire object has visible scratches and marks on its surface. The background of the image is plain white.

Artwork details

Date:
20th century
Medium:
Earthenware with painted decoration (Hu xian ware)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
599 × 614 px
Museum record:
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