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Libation cup and stand

Unknown1644 - 1912 (Qing)

Reading Public Museum

Reading Public Museum
Reading, United States

The cup has three figures, trees, sacred fungus, house and bird in relief; and a distinct flaring rim. The teakwood pedestal is pierced with interlacing branches of pine and sacred fungus. The sacred fungus "ling chih" is an emblem of longevity.

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  • Title: Libation cup and stand
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: 1644 - 1912 (Qing)
  • Physical Dimensions: 8.25"h x 5.75"w x 3.875"d (including stand)
  • Type: object
  • Medium: carved rhinoceros horn and teakwood
  • Culture: Chinese
  • Credit Line: Museum Purchase
Reading Public Museum

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