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Piece from a jade suit

DateWestern Han dynasty. ca. 200 BC
MediumNephrite jade
Dimensions2 1/2 inches (6.4 cm)
CultureChina
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
Credit LineGift of Dr. Alfred Greisman, Arts and Sciences, Class of 1955, and Mrs. Linda Greisman
Terms
  • Decorative Arts
  • Glyptic Art (Jade)
  • Nephrite jade
  • Chinese
Object number95.081.009
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