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Phoenix Ornament

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The bronze ornament depicts a phoenix, titled "Phoenix Ornament", with a dark patina and visible gold-colored accents. The phoenix faces left and has a small head with a short beak. Its body features textured feathers around the neck and chest. The wings are spread out and ornately detailed, with curled tips. The tail feathers are long and pointed. The ornament rests on a plain gray surface.

Artwork details

Medium:
Gilt silver
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
599 × 405 px
Museum record:
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