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Asian Art
Snuff bottle in the Shape of an Elephant with Vase
17th–18th century
Jade (nephrite)
2 1/2 × 3 1/8 in. (6.4 × 7.9 cm) without stopper
3 3/8 in. (8.6 cm) with stopper
3 3/8 in. (8.6 cm) with stopper
Gift of Edward H. Dunlap, B.A. 1934
1983.55.3
Geography:
China
Culture:
Chinese
Period:
Ming dynasty (1368–1644), Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Classification:
Containers - Stone
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