Artists' ToolsChinese18th-19th century

Jade Square Brush Holder, Each Side with Decoration of Figures in a Garden

18th-19th century, probably early 19th century

Classification

Artists' Tools

Medium

Pale greenish white nephrite

Culture

Chinese

Period

Qing dynasty, 1644-1911

Century

18th-19th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 16.19 x W. 12.38 x D. 12.38 cm (6 3/8 x 4 7/8 x 4 7/8 in.)

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