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Box with Landscape Scenes and Auspicious Emblems

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Red and black box with intricate carvings on the top and sides. The box is square and has a flat top. The top is decorated with a maze-like pattern divided into sections, with a circle in the center. The sides have a black background with a red border and feature carved scenes. The box has a short, ornate stand with curved feet. The background of the image is off-white. The box is titled "Box with Landscape Scenes and Auspicious Emblems".

Artwork Details

Date
18th–early 19th century
Medium
Carved red, green, and black lacquer
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 441 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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