Artefacts

Beijing 2008, case for winner's medal.

Physical description

Square case made of red lacquered paulownia wood with Beijing 2008 golden emblem on top. Base and lid locked by a magnet closure. Two storey interior: lower space for the red silk ribbon with cloud design, "Beijing 2008" mention and Olympic symbol; upper space with a recess to fit the medal, yellow felt background. Packed in a square box of light grey fabric with cloud design and traditional lock.

Materials

wood, textile, silk, lacquer, felt

Colors

red, gold, yellow, gray

Dimension

4.5 x 15.5 x 15.5 cm, 6.3 x 17 x 17 cm, 835 g