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Covered box

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a covered box by an unknown artist titled "Covered box". The box is circular and made of dark metal, possibly bronze or copper, with a patina that gives it a brownish hue. The lid is flat and features an intricate design in the center with Arabic calligraphy. The calligraphy is surrounded by a circle with a pattern of interlocking floral motifs. The sides of the box also feature Arabic calligraphy etched into the metal, arranged in a band that wraps around the circumference. The box has a subtle sheen and appears to be made of a heavy, thick material. The background of the image is a plain white surface, with a slight shadow cast by the box.

Artwork details

Medium:
Bronze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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