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Lotus-shaped cup with openwork handle
Lotus-shaped cup with openwork handle

Lotus-shaped cup with openwork handle

Place of OriginChina
Dateprobably 1800-1900
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MaterialsRhinoceros horn
DimensionsH. 41.6 cm x W. 12.3 cm x D. 10.4 cm
Credit LineTransfer from the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, Gift of Sanford Lowergart
Object numberB68M15
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
On view
LocationGallery 17
More Information
This cup closely follows the shape of the original rhinoceros horn from which it was made. The combination of floral motifs on this work symbolizes the wish for many sons and prosperity lasting generation after generation.