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Brush washer
Brush washer

Brush washer

Place of OriginChina
Dateapprox. 1700-1800
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MaterialsNephrite
DimensionsH. 2 1/4 in x W. 6 1/2 in x D. 4 1/4 in, H. 5.7 cm x W. 16.5 cm x D. 10.8 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60J58
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsJade And Stones
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This brush washer is decorated with small dragons, a popular motif on Ming (1368-1644) and Qing dynasty jades. The dark splashes in the piece may have been artificially enhanced to give it a look of antiquity.