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Curvilinear Bird

475–221 BCE

China, Eastern Zhou dynasty (770–256 BCE), Warring States period

(475–221 BCE)
Medium
nephrite
Measurements
Overall: 4.1 cm (1 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Anonymous Gift 1952.581
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A nephrite jade ornament is shaped like a stylized bird-like figure. The cream-colored stone features light brown discoloration and interlocking S-curves with elegant spirals. A rounded head at the top is pierced with a circular hole. Incised lines trace the smooth surface, which flows into a pointed tail on our right and a curled element with a second hole on our left.

Curvilinear Bird

475–221 BCE

China, Eastern Zhou dynasty (770–256 BCE), Warring States period (475–221 BCE)

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