VesselsChinese18th century

Jade Circular Water Coupe with Lion-Head Handles

18th century, perhaps Qianlong period (1736-1795)

Classification

Vessels

Medium

White nephrite

Culture

Chinese

Period

Qing dynasty, 1644-1911

Century

18th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

3.7 x 6.6 x 5.7 cm (1 7/16 x 2 5/8 x 2 1/4 in.)

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