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Section of a Clapper (Paiban)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Section of a Clapper (Paiban) by Unknown. A long, thin, rectangular object with rounded edges; object features intricate carvings of flowers, leaves, and vines; carvings are light and dark brown; two small circular inlays are present.

Artwork Details

Date
early 15th century
Medium
Ivory
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 600 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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