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Medallion

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Medallion by . Black and white image. The image shows a four-leaf clover-shaped object. The object has a dark border that is scalloped on the edges. The scalloped edge of the border has a textured appearance. The center of the object is filled with a design featuring plants, flowers, and birds. The plants and flowers are drawn with long stems and branches. There are several birds, some of which appear to be flying. There are also some insects, possibly bees or dragonflies, in the design. The background of the image is light gray. The object appears to be symmetrical. The object takes up most of the image.

Artwork Details

Medium
Silk; on silk; bound with silk; bordered with silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
580 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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