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Of fang-gu form, the central section, well carved on each rounded side with a taotie mask, between leaf tip blades infilled with dense geometric motifs, the fitted, angled cover with rectangular knop, the stone of greenish yellow with splashes of taupe

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Vase and Cover

Artist Chinese Artist

DateQing dynasty (1644 - 1911), 18th century

Place of originChina

MediumNephrite

Dimensions6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm)

ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment

Credit LineBequest of Dr. David A. Cofrin

Object number2009.48.205

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Visual DescriptionOf fang-gu form, the central section, well carved on each rounded side with a taotie mask, between leaf tip blades infilled with dense geometric motifs, the fitted, angled cover with rectangular knop, the stone of greenish yellow with splashes of taupe

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