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Elephant

Artist (Japanese)
Place of OriginJapan
Dateapprox. 1700-1750
MaterialsPerhaps lacquered ivory with mother-of-pearl
DimensionsH. 2 5/8 in x W. 2 3/8 in x D. 11/16 in, H. 6.7 cm x W. 6.0 cm x D. 1.7 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB70Y1618
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
Not on view
SignedSigned "Ritsuo"
Subject
  • elephant
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