Vase with dragon and phoenix
Place of OriginChina
Dateapprox. 1900-1940s
DynastyLate Qing dynasty (1644-1911) or early Republic period (1912-1949)
MaterialsNephrite
DimensionsH. 4 3/4 in x W. 2 1/2 in x D. 1 3/8 in, H. 12.1 cm x W. 6.3 cm x D. 3.5 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60J829
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsJade And Stones
On View
On viewLocationGallery 17
More InformationConsisting of two vases with heavenly symbols, this jade object serves multiple functions: brush washer, paperweight, and decoration for a scholar’s desk. The dragon and phoenix are symbols of heavenly deities and convey a popular wish for blessings and good fortune.
Subject
- dragon
- phoenix
approx. 1700-1800
1900-1950
approx. 1800-1900
approx. 1700-1800
1900-1950
1644-1911
approx. 1800-1900