Seated fisherman
Place of OriginChina
Date1912-1949
MaterialsIvory
DimensionsH. 6 1/2 in x W. 2 in x D. 2 1/4 in, H. 16.5 cm x W. 5.0 cm x D. 5.5 cm
Credit LineGift in memory of Lee Herbert Fahnestock
Object number1992.69
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
Not on viewThe fisherman is shown resting on a rocky perch with his basket next to him. Fishing, woodcutting, farming, and studying are the four noble professions of China.
Subject
- fisherman
1900-1950
approx. 1700-1800
approx. 1850-1925
1900-1950
