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Ferrule

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of "Ferrule" by artist. Cylindrical object with rounded edges oriented vertically, divided into two sections by a thin black band. The top section is slightly smaller than the bottom section. The object features intricate black designs on a white background, including various patterns and shapes such as swirls, dots, and abstract figures. The designs are more densely packed on the top section, with a central elongated teardrop shape. The bottom section has a more scattered design, with several distinct shapes and patterns. The object casts a slight shadow to the right on a plain white background.

Artwork details

Date:
late 2nd–early 1st century BCE
Medium:
Bronze with silver inlay
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
342 × 624 px
Museum record:
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