Collection of the University of Pittsburgh Art Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA. Anonymous Gift

1991.1.14

Tray

Unknown, Chinese

1736 – 1795 (Date created)

MediumNephrite

Technique Carving

TypeTrays

Dimensions 7.875 in W x 13 in H x 2.625 in D (Object)

CultureChinese

DescriptionThis tray, perhas made as late as the 19th century, is made of semi-translucent spinach jade with applied white jade handles. The handles are deeply carved and undercut, and depict chimeras. This object is of a type which, when held up to the light, may show a pattern which resembles a landscape.This type of reuse of old jade to make new pieces was popular in the Qing period. This kind of dark green nephrite is probably from Manas, Tianshan Mountain area.

StatusIn Collection

ProvenanceAnonymous Gift (see Notes)

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