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Peaches and Bats

late 1600s–1700s

China, Qing dynasty

(1644–1911)
Medium
greenish-white jade
Measurements
Overall: 9.9 x 13.5 x 11.5 cm (3 7/8 x 5 5/16 x 4 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of William Kelly Simpson in memory of his wife Marilyn M. Simpson and her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller Jr. 2006.141
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Location
240B Chinese Decorative Arts
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This jade sculpture was given to the museum in memory of John D. Rockefeller and his family.

Description

This white jade is carved as a double peach with realistically detailed leaves and branch following the curve of the jade. Clinging to the edge are a pair of bats, which represent good fortune.
A jade ornament, a greenish-white translucent stone, is carved into two large peaches nestled together. Winding vines with smaller fruit and stylized leaves wrap around the rounded forms. Across the polished surface, several bats with spread wings appear in relief. To the left, a thick stem curves upward. The glossy finish highlights fine details of the overlapping foliage and the bats positioned across the fruit.

Peaches and Bats

late 1600s–1700s

China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911)

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