Ritual ImplementsChinese19th-20th century
Primitive Jade Bird-Like Figure
late 19th - early 20th century
Dimensions
H. 7.8 x W. 4.5 x D. 0.3 cm (3 1/16 x 1 3/4 x 1/8 in.) Weight 8 g
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