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Magpie

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of a sculpture titled "Magpie" by an unknown artist. The sculpture depicts a magpie standing on a base with one leg visible and the other tucked under its body. The magpie's beak is open, and its head is angled slightly upwards. One wing is raised and spread out behind it. The base appears to be made of dark material, possibly wood or stone, and has a reflective surface underneath it. The background is a plain wall.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century or later
Medium:
Jade
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
559 × 625 px
Museum record:
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