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The sculpture is a small, round container with a lid. It has a red color with areas of lighter patches. The material appears to be ceramic or porcelain, with a smooth, polished surface. It is similar in size and shape to a compact or trinket box and rests on a flat surface.

Covered Box for Seal Paste

Chinese Qing Dynasty · Chinese

Kangxi period, 1662/1722

Medium
porcelain with peachbloom glaze
Classification
Decorative Art
Period
1651 to 1700
Image size
1566 × 1200px

Description

The sculpture is a small, round container with a lid. It has a red color with areas of lighter patches. The material appears to be ceramic or porcelain, with a smooth, polished surface. It is similar in size and shape to a compact or trinket box and rests on a flat surface.

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