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Plaque in the Shape of a Fish

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold plaque in the shape of a fish, with a curved body and pointed tail. The plaque has a textured surface with visible lines and markings. The top of the plaque features a pattern of parallel lines, resembling scales. The bottom of the plaque is smooth. The plaque is a light gold color with darker spots and marks throughout. The background is a solid gray color. Plaque in the Shape of a Fish by Unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
12th–11th century BCE
Medium
Jade (nephrite)
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 360 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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