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Pendant in the shape of a dragon

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Metal pendant in the shape of a dragon. The dragon has a long curved body resembling a hook with a pointed end. The top of the dragon curves back over its body with an open mouth and a curled snout. The metal is primarily white with gold accents around the edges. The pendant is on a grey background.

Artwork details

Date:
3rd century BCE
Medium:
Jade (nephrite)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
469 × 625 px
Museum record:
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