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Bamboo Container with Scene of Scholars
Bamboo Container with Scene of Scholars
Bamboo Container with Scene of Scholars

Bamboo Container with Scene of Scholars

Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: bamboo; ivory; silk
DimensionsOverall: 11.7 x 2 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineFrom the Rev. Dr. James M. Menzies collection, given by his son Arthur R. Menzies
Object number2003.029.079
DescriptionBamboo tube is capped at both ends with ivory. There is a perforation in each ivory cap through which a blue silk cord runs with 2 tassels at one end. Tube is carved with a scene of scholars in a landscape with trees.
Status
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