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Shellac wheel for carving jade

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round, dark gray metal object with a textured surface. The object has a circular shape and appears to be made of a dark gray metal, possibly with a slightly brownish tint. The surface is not smooth but has various textures and patterns. There are raised areas and lines on the surface, giving it a detailed appearance. The background is a plain light grey color. The object is centered in the image.

Artwork details

Date:
20th century
Medium:
Shellac resin and steel
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
599 × 456 px
Museum record:
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