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Yellowish tone jade, carved with flattened chi dragon head
Belt Hook
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Belt Hook

Artist Chinese Artist
Date18th-19th century
Place of originChina, Asia
MediumJade
Dimensions5/8 x 3 9/16 x 11/16 in. (1.6 x 9 x 1.7 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineBequest of Dr. David A. Cofrin
Object number2009.48.6
Collections
Visual DescriptionYellowish tone jade, carved with flattened chi dragon head
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