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Swan

Place of OriginJapan
Dateapprox. 1700-1900
MaterialsElephant ivory
DimensionsH. 2.9 cm x W. 1.4 cm x L. 5.6 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB70Y889
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
Not on view
Subject
  • swan
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Female diver
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Fox with jewel between paws
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Blowfish
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Tiger scratching itself
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Octopus vendor
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Roaring tiger
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Edible lily root
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