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Seal

Han dynasty (206 BCE–220 CE)
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Seal
  • Period: Han dynasty (206 BCE–220 CE)
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Nephrite, sage green
  • Dimensions: H. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm); W. 3 1/4 in. (8.3 cm); L. 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm)
  • Classification: Seals
  • Credit Line: Gift of Heber R. Bishop, 1902
  • Object Number: 02.18.334
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art
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