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Plaque in the Shape of a Fish

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The object is a flat, yellowish-gold plaque in the shape of a fish. The plaque is made of a smooth material, possibly metal or stone. It has a curved top and a pointed tail. The head of the fish has a small hole, possibly for hanging. The body of the fish is broken in two places, one on the bottom and one on the right side. The background is a plain gray color. The Plaque in the Shape of a Fish, by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
12th–11th century BCE
Medium
Jade (nephrite)
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 368 px
Public Domain
Yes
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