Ritual ImplementsChinese19th-20th century

Jade Axe-Shaped Tablet

late 19th - early 20th century

Classification

Ritual Implements

Medium

Gray translucent nephrite with russet veins and markings

Culture

Chinese

Period

Qing dynasty, 1644-1911

Century

19th-20th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 12.5 x W. 7.5 x D. 0.5 cm (4 15/16 x 2 15/16 x 3/16 in.) Weight 103 g

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