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Bowl cover

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round metal object, gold-colored, with a raised lotus flower design in the center. The object has a flat base and a raised edge around the perimeter. The lotus flower has multiple petals arranged in a circular pattern. The object appears to be made of metal, possibly brass or bronze, with a slightly tarnished appearance. The background is a plain gray surface. Title: Bowl cover. Artist: unknown.

Artwork details

Medium:
Gilt bronze
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 430 px
Museum record:
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