Magpie

China

18th century or later

Not on view

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Provenance

Title: Magpie
Date: 18th century or later
Culture: China
Medium: Jade
Dimensions: H. 4 in. (10.2 cm); L. 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm)
Classification: Jade
Credit Line: Bequest of Mary Stillman Harkness, 1950
Object Number: 50.145.126
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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