Jade Ornament in the Shape of Phoenix Crowned with Dragon

AnonymousBC1600-BC1046

National Palace Museum
Taipei, Taiwan

With hook, beak, and curled tail, the head of this phoenix bears a kui-dragon as a crown. The entire piece has been carved with great precision to give it great spirit.

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Title: Jade Ornament in the Shape of Phoenix Crowned with Dragon
Creator: Anonymous
Date Created: BC1600-BC1046
Physical Dimensions: Length: 11.35 cm, width: 5 cm, thickness: 0.3 cm
Type: Jades
Rights: National Palace Museum
Dynasty: Late Shang dynasty

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