Fragment of an Arciform Pendent Eaves-End Roof Tile with Decoration of Two 'Kirin' (Chinese, 'Qilin') Facing a 'Posanghwa' Blossom and with Floral Scroll along the Bottom Edge
7th-8th century
Dimensions
H. 6.2 x W. 29.6 x D. 17 cm (2 7/16 x 11 5/8 x 6 11/16 in.)
Provenance
Gregory (1922-1988) and Maria C. Henderson (?-2007), Medford, MA (by 1969-1988), inherited; by Maria C. Henderson, Medford, MA (1988-1991), partial gift and partial purchase; to Harvard University Art Museums, 1991.
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