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Three sheep
Three sheep

Three sheep

Place of OriginChina
Dateapprox. 1900-1910
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911)
MaterialsNephrite
DimensionsH. 3 5/8 in x W. 5 7/8 in x D. 4 in, H. 9.2 cm x W. 14.9 cm x D. 10.2 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60J397
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsJade And Stones
On View
On view
Location
  • Gallery Location   Gallery 17
Text Entries

Vapor rises from the mouth of the large sheep, amassing as a cloud formation on its back and supporting the taiji (yin-yang) emblem. The sheep and the taiji form a pictorial pun to express the desire that the New Year will bring in prosperity.