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Cricket cage

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image is a black and white photograph of a cricket cage titled "Cricket cage" by an unknown artist. The cage has a bulbous body that tapers inward at the top and bottom. The bottom half of the cage is dark-colored with a smooth texture. The bottom has a thin metal band with three thin metal legs. The top half of the cage is white with a domed lid featuring an ornate design. The lid has a thick white rim and appears to be made of a smooth material. The background of the image is plain and light-colored.

Artwork details

Date:
18th–19th century
Medium:
Gourd, jade
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
534 × 625 px
Museum record:
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