Octagonal box with double fish motif
Place of OriginChina
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911), Reign of the Qianlong emperor (1736-1795)
MaterialsBoxwood and bamboo
DimensionsH. 4 in x Diam. 7 3/4 in, H. 10.2 cm x Diam. 19.7 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB62M36.a-.b
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
Not on viewThe double fish motif is a symbol of abundance as well as conjugal bliss. The carved bamboo skin has been adhered to the boxwood container.
Subject
- fish
approx. 1850-1897
approx. 1800-1900
approx. 1850-1900
approx. 1600-1700
1700-1850
approx. 1875-1925
approx. 1600-1644
