Cricket cage

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a "Cricket cage" by unknown artist. The object is a dark-colored, ceramic or metal container with a wide mouth and a narrower base. The body of the object is decorated with an etched design featuring a horse or similar animal. The animal is positioned in profile, facing right, with its head down and tail raised. The object sits on a metal stand with three legs. The background of the image is plain white. The object appears to be an antique or historical item.