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Box with Pommel Scroll Design

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown, circular box with a lid. The box and lid are carved with a pommel scroll design. The lid has a floral pattern in the center surrounded by curved scroll-like patterns. The box's edges are carved with a leaf-like design. The box is shiny and appears to be made of a polished material, possibly wood or metal. The background is white. The box by Chinese artist titled "Box with Pommel Scroll Design".

Artwork Details

Date
13th century
Medium
Carved lacquer (tixi)
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 500 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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