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Ear Cup
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Ear Cup

Maker China
DateQing dynasty (1644-1911) or later
Made/manufacturedChina, Asia
MediumJade (nephrite)
Dimensions1 7/16 x 3 5/16 x 4 1/4 in. (3.7 x 8.4 x 10.8 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineBequest of Dr. David A. Cofrin
Object number2009.48.187
On View
On view
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DescriptionThis ear cup reflects the Song period's profound interest in history in its characteristic design found in jades of the late Han period (206BC-AD220). The thinly worked oval cup has two flat handles projecting just below the rim at the longer sides, resting on an oval base with a raised foot ring. The highly translucent yellow jade possesses darker russet brown inclusions creating a desirable "skin" throughout the cup. The ear cup is of a fine, smooth polish. In our opinion, this ear cup is a fine archaistic example of Song dynasty workmanship and design.
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