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Container of Crushed Corundum

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a round metal tin with a label on top. The tin is made of metal, likely tinplate or similar, and has a circular shape with a flat top and a slightly raised edge. The top surface of the tin is gray with visible scratches and marks. A white label is affixed to the top of the tin, bearing handwritten black text that reads "CRUSHED CORUNDUM from TING CHOO HOTEL". The label is rectangular in shape and centered on the top of the tin. The background of the image is a plain gray surface, providing a neutral backdrop for the tin. The tin casts a shadow on the surface below it, indicating that it is being lit from above. The overall appearance of the tin and label suggests that it may contain a sample of crushed corundum, a type of mineral. The text on the label appears to indicate that the corundum was obtained from Ting Choo Hotel. The image presents a straightforward and factual depiction of the tin and its contents. The artist of the image is unknown. The title of the image is "Container of Crushed Corundum".

Artwork Details

Date
20th century
Medium
Corundum
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 420 px
Public Domain
Yes
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