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Ceremonial Staff

18th century
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Ceremonial Staff
  • Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
  • Date: 18th century
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Lacquered wood with steel and gilt-iron fittings
  • Dimensions: L. 44 3/4 in. (113.7 cm)
  • Classification: Lacquer
  • Credit Line: Purchase, Friends of Asian Art Gifts, 1986
  • Object Number: 1986.148
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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