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Box in the shape of a deer
Box in the shape of a deer

Box in the shape of a deer

Place of OriginChina
Dateapprox. 1900-1949
MaterialsNephrite
DimensionsH. 2 1/2 in x W. 4 1/8 in x D. 2 in, H. 6.3 cm x W. 10.5 cm x D. 5.1 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB62J57.a-.b
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsJade And Stones
On View
On view
LocationGallery 17
More Information

The deer, whose character lu (鹿) is pronounced the same as the character for salary (lu 祿), is a pun for wealth and rank. This box therefore conveys a wish for high rank and great wealth.

Subject
  • deer