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Cylinder (base)

1800–1940

China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period

(1912-49)
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Medium
carved jade and gilt bronze
Measurements
Base: 8.2 x 10.5 cm (3 1/4 x 4 1/8 in.)
Credit Line
Severance and Greta Millikin Collection 1964.234.2.b
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Location
Not on view
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A tiered base of muted green jade and gilt bronze features stacked, tapering circular layers. The bottom jade ring is carved with an interlocking fretwork pattern. Centered above is a bronze tier embossed with a ring of raised, petal-like motifs. A flat golden disc tops the base, supporting a central hollow tube pierced by a side opening and ending in a threaded rim. The bronze surfaces show a varied, aged golden patina.

Cylinder (base)

1800–1940

China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican period (1912-49)

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