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Conjoined Rings
Conjoined Rings
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Conjoined Rings

Artist Chinese Artist
DateQing Dynasty (1644-1911), 18th-19th century
Place of originChina, Asia
MediumWood
DimensionsThickness x Diameter - each: 9/16 x 4 1/4 in. (1.4 x 10.8 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineBequest of Dr. David A. Cofrin
Object number2009.48.67
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Conjoined Rings
Conjoined Rings
Chinese Artist
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