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Scabbard Slide

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Rectangular black stone or glass object with rounded corners. The object has a smooth surface with a glossy finish. The top portion is solid black. The bottom portion gradually fades to a light gray color. The left and right sides have thin, lighter-colored edges. The object is set against a plain white background. The artist is unknown, and the title is Scabbard Slide.

Artwork Details

Date
4th–2nd century BCE
Medium
Agate
Culture
China
Dimensions
352 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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