Tools and EquipmentChinese17th-18th century

Jade Chopstick (one of a pair)

possibly Kangxi period, 1662-1722

Classification

Tools and Equipment

Medium

Translucent green nephrite with discolored buff spots

Culture

Chinese

Period

Qing dynasty, 1644-1911

Century

17th-18th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

Length 22.2 x Thickness 0.6 cm (8 3/4 x 1/4 in.) 20 g

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