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Medallion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white image of circular medallion titled "Medallion" by an unknown artist. The medallion features a dragon design. The dragon has a long, curved body with scales and a tail. It is surrounded by swirling clouds and waves. The dragon's head is facing to the right. The medallion has a dark background with light-colored designs. The image is circular.

Artwork Details

Date
late 18th–early 19th century
Medium
Silk, metallic thread on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 593 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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