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Furniture post

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Vertical, cylindrical object with a flat top and a tapered bottom. The top section is cylindrical with a flat top and has vertical lines and dots on its surface. There are two horizontal grooves around the cylinder, one near the top and one below the middle. The bottom section is narrower and shaped like a vase, with a wider middle and a narrower bottom. The bottom section has a design resembling a leaf or petal on either side, positioned just above the middle. The object appears to be made of stone or metal and has a weathered, aged appearance. The background is plain and light-colored. The object is titled "Furniture post" and is by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Medium
Jade
Culture
China
Dimensions
239 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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