Xiao
Unknown
18th or 19th centuries · Jade · Musical Instruments
The jade flute appeared in Chinese literature at a very early date. However, it was not until the eighteenth century, when the supply of the precious stone was plentiful, that jade flutes were actually made.
- Artist
- Unknown
- Date
- 18th or 19th centuries
- Medium
- Jade
- Culture
- Chinese
- Department
- Musical Instruments
- Credit line
- Rogers Fund, 1987
