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Duck with lotus sprig in beak.

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Duck

Artist Chinese Artist

Date18th-19th century

Place of originChina, Asia

MediumJade

Dimensions1 3/4 x 2 3/8 x 1 1/4 in. (4.4 x 6 x 3.2 cm)

ClassificationsSculpture

Credit LineBequest of Dr. David A. Cofrin

Object number2009.48.96

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ASIAN

Visual DescriptionDuck with lotus sprig in beak.

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