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Carved in low relief with taotie around the base and archaistic scroll around the shoulder
Baluster Vase and Cover
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Baluster Vase and Cover

Artist Chinese Artist
Date18th-19th century
Place of originChina, Asia
MediumJade
Dimensions9 1/2 x 3 7/8 x 1 5/8 in. (24.1 x 9.8 x 4.1 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineBequest of Dr. David A. Cofrin
Object number2009.48.34
Collections
Visual DescriptionCarved in low relief with taotie around the base and archaistic scroll around the shoulder
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