清 翡翠孩兒枕|Pillow in the shape of an infant boy
Unknown Artist
19th century
Medium
Jade (jadeite)
Dimensions
H. 4 3/4 in. (12.1 cm); W. 4 in. (10.2 cm); L. 8 3/4 in. (22.2 cm)
Classification
Jade
Culture & Period
China · Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Department
Asian Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Gift of Heber R. Bishop, 1902
Accession Number
02.18.426
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About this artwork
This 清 翡翠孩兒枕|Pillow in the shape of an infant boy dating to 19th century exemplifies the artistic traditions of China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911). Created in jade (jadeite), the work demonstrates technical mastery of materials and processes characteristic of China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911) artisans. As part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Asian Art, this piece contributes to our understanding of historical artistic production. The work's H. 4 3/4 in. (12.1 cm); W. 4 in. (10.2 cm); L. 8 3/4 in....