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18th century · Amber · Asian Art

Also a common theme in painting, squirrels and grapes—both known for their ability to multiply—allude to wishes for generations of children, particularly boys. Amber, which was known in China as early as the third century, was imported from both the Baltic region and Burma.

Artist

Unknown

Date

18th century

Medium

Amber

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Bequest of Mary Clark Thompson, 1923