Disc (Bi)
The Disc (Bi) by Unknown Artist shows a circular stone object with a large central hole. The object has a light gray color with darker gray shading around the edges. The surface is divided into sections. The center section has a pattern of small diamonds and dots. The middle section has an intricate carvings. The outer section has a border of wavy lines and curved shapes. The background is dark gray, gradually lightening towards the bottom, where the object casts a shadow.
Artwork details
- Date:
- 2nd century BCE
- Medium:
- Jade (nephrite)
- Culture:
- China
- Dimensions:
- 600 × 450 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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