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Reclining Water Buffalo
Reclining Water Buffalo
1642–1722
Jade
Overall: 6.2 x 7.7 cm (2 7/16 x 3 1/16 in.)
Gift of Mrs. John Lyon Collyer in memory of her mother, Mrs. G. M. G. Forman 1962.223
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This jade buffalo may have been used as a paperweight on a scholar's desk.
Description
In the Ming (1368–1644) and Qing (1644–1911) dynasties, luxury items became more affordable to larger parts of the society, including women, merchants, and literati in non-official positions. Imperial patronage and a growing urban population encouraged consumption of luxury goods and local craftmanship.
This jade buffalo illustrates the superb carving skills and the creative mind of its accomplished creator, who sought clients on a competitive market.
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