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Box decorated with dragons

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular box with a lid, made of brown material, possibly wood or leather, with a smooth surface. The box features a design of gold-colored dragons, which appear to be in a curved, winding pattern. The dragons have scales and claws, and are surrounded by gold-colored accents. The box has a subtle sheen, suggesting a possible lacquer or varnish finish. The background of the image is a gradient of dark gray to light gray, with a slight shadow cast by the box. The box is titled "Box decorated with dragons".

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Lacquer inlaid with mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell, ray skin, and brass wire
Culture
Korea
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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