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Square Tray

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Square tray with a black background and gold-colored metal designs. The tray has a square shape with a flat surface and straight sides. The border of the tray features an intricate gold pattern consisting of small diamonds and lines. In the center of the tray, there is a large circular gold design resembling a flower or sunburst. Four smaller, identical circular designs are positioned at each corner of the tray, matching the central design. The tray's surface appears to have some scratches and marks. The background of the image transitions from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
13th–14th century
Medium:
Black and gold lacquer; Kamakura bori
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 450 px
Museum record:
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