Miniature mountains representing the mythical realm Penglai

18th century

Not on view

Thought to be somewhere in the Eastern Sea, Penglai is the realm of immortals where jewels grow on trees and rice bowls and wine glasses are never empty.

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Title: Miniature mountains representing the mythical realm Penglai
Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Date: 18th century
Culture: China
Medium: Emerald
Dimensions: a, incl. base: 3 5/8 × 1 7/8 × 1 3/8 in.
b, incl. base: 2 3/8 × 1 1/4 × 3/4 in.
c, incl. base: 2 1/4 in. × 1 1/4 in. × 1 in.
Classification: Hardstone
Credit Line: Gift of Florence and Herbert Irving, 2015
Object Number: 2015.500.5.20a–c
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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