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Rock in the form of a fantastic mountain

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The sculpture "Rock in the form of a fantastic mountain" by Chinese artist is a depiction of a grey and beige-colored, jagged rock formation. The rock formation is positioned on a dark brown base that has a rounded shape with carved details around its circumference. The rock itself is composed of numerous irregularly shaped sections with protrusions, indentations, and holes throughout. It has a predominantly grey coloration with areas of beige and traces of orange on the top. The background of the image is a gradient, transitioning from light grey at the bottom to dark grey at the top. The overall presentation suggests a product or museum-quality photograph.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Gray Lingbi limestone; wood stand
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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