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Box in the shape of a “Buddha’s hand” citron

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red translucent sculpture in the shape of a citron, resembling a Buddha's hand citron. The sculpture has a glossy finish and is carved to show the outer skin of the citron, complete with leafy stem on top and detailed texture of the citron's surface. The background is dark at the top, fading to light gray at the bottom. The sculpture sits on a white surface. Artist: uncertain. Title: Box in the shape of a “Buddha’s hand” citron.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Amber
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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