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The gnarled leafy branches forming the base, with two bats in flight, with some added russet accents
Peach
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Peach

Artist Chinese Artist
Date18th-19th century
Place of originChina, Asia
MediumJade
Dimensions4 3/4 x 5 1/8 x 3 1/2 in. (12.1 x 13 x 8.9 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineBequest of Dr. David A. Cofrin
Object number2009.48.37
Collections
Visual DescriptionThe gnarled leafy branches forming the base, with two bats in flight, with some added russet accents
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