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18th century · Porcelain with carved decoration (Fujian ware) · Asian Art
The dense, precise surface decoration of this small porcelain box resembles work in carved lacquer, demonstrating the consummate skill with which Qing-dynasty artists manipulated porcelaneous material. It was most likely used to hold incense, cosmetics, or paste for sealing documents and other types of records, including certificates of ownership for paintings.
- Artist
- Unknown
- Date
- 18th century
- Medium
- Porcelain with carved decoration (Fujian ware)
- Culture
- China
- Department
- Asian Art
- Credit line
- Bequest of Benjamin Altman, 1913
