Box in the shape of an archaic jade she

mid-18th century

Not on view

The shape of this box is derived from a type of jade pendant (she) with an oval interior and pointed end that was produced during the Han dynasty (206 B.C.–A.D. 220). The six dragons prowling across the surface of this box are more stylized than Han-era examples, however. Their tails are depicted as ribbons, which is typical for designs from the eighteenth century.

Artwork Details

清乾隆雕漆剔紅蟠螭紋韘形盒
Title: Box in the shape of an archaic jade she
Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong period (1736–95)
Date: mid-18th century
Culture: China
Medium: Carved red and green lacquer
Dimensions: H. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm); W. 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm); L. 5 1/8 in. (13 cm)
Classification: Lacquer
Credit Line: Gift of Florence and Herbert Irving, 2015
Object Number: 2015.500.1.9a, b
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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