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Carved Bead

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round, light brown bead with carved designs. Small, circular gold-colored hole at top. Carvings depict various shapes, including leaves and flowers. Red material around bottom edge. Object sits on gray surface, casting a shadow. Title: Carved Bead. Artist unknown.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Ivory
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 618 px
Museum record:
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