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A small, round, lidded ceramic box features blue painted geometric key-fret and scroll patterns on a white glazed body, with a flattened top.
Lidded Box
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Lidded Box

Artist Chinese Artist
DateMing dynasty (1368-1644)
Place of originChina, Asia
MediumPorcelain
Dimensions1 3/4 x 2 3/8 x 2 3/8 in. (4.4 x 6 x 6 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Don Q. Vining, M.D.
Object number1989.13.128
Collections
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