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Unknown Maker, Chinese

Figure of a Scholar

Description

Maker

Unknown Maker, Chinese

Culture

Chinese

Title

Figure of a Scholar

Period

Ming

Year

1368-1644

Medium

  • Carved Ivory

Materials/Techniques

Techniques

  • Carved Ivory

Materials

ivory

Geography

Origin: China

Dimensions

19.9 cm (7 13/16 inches) (height with base)

Credit / Object Number

Credit

Gift of Mrs. Gustav Radeke

Object Number

16.010

Type

  • Ivory

Exhibition History

Exhibition History

Chinese Treasures from the Permanent Collection
Mar 03, 1989 – Apr 23, 1989

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Tombstone

Unknown Maker, Chinese
Figure of a Scholar, 1368-1644
Carved ivory
19.9 cm (7 13/16 inches) (height with base)
Gift of Mrs. Gustav Radeke 16.010

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