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Cricket cage

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a black and white photograph of a "Cricket cage" by an unknown artist. The object has a bulbous body made of dark-colored material, possibly ceramic or stone. The body is wider at the bottom than at the top and has a smooth surface. There is a white band around the top of the body. The lid is round and made of white material with a raised design on top featuring various objects, possibly leaves or flowers. The background is plain and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Gourd, ivory
Culture
China
Dimensions
374 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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