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Box with “Pommel Scroll” Design

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown box with a lid, circular in shape. The lid features a design of four swirling patterns, resembling a pommel scroll, with each swirl having a smaller one inside. The box has a glossy finish, showcasing red and black stripes. The background is gray, with a shadow cast to the right of the box. The artist is unknown, but the title is "Box with 'Pommel Scroll' Design".

Artwork Details

Date
14th century
Medium
Carved red, black, and yellow lacquer
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 450 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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