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Piece of Corundum Crystal

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a Piece of Corundum Crystal by an unknown artist. The image shows a small, irregularly shaped crystal with a rough surface. The crystal is gray and white with a metallic sheen. It has a rounded rectangular shape with one side curved. The crystal sits on a flat gray surface, casting a small shadow to the left. The background is a solid light gray color. The crystal appears to be sitting on a flat surface with no other objects visible. The lighting is even, with no harsh shadows or highlights. The overall appearance is simple and neutral.

Artwork Details

Date
20th century
Medium
Corundum crystal
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 416 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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