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Belt plaque with dragon
Belt plaque with dragon

Belt plaque with dragon

Place of OriginChina
Dateapprox. 1900-1940
MaterialsNephrite
DimensionsH. 2 1/2 in x W. 6 1/8 in x D. 1/4 in, H. 6.3 cm x W. 15.6 cm x D. 0.6 cm
Credit LineBequest of Drs. Ben and A. Jess Shenson
Object number2010.128
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsJade And Stones
On View
Not on view
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During the Ming dynasty, emperors and high officials wore belts ornamented with as many as eighteen jade plaques. This rendition imitates that earlier tradition. The dragon shown among blossoms is cut in openwork.