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Box in the shape of a deer
Box in the shape of a deer

Box in the shape of a deer

Place of OriginChina
Dateapprox. 1900-1949
MaterialsNephrite
DimensionsH. 2 1/2 in x W. 4 1/8 in x D. 2 in, H. 6.3 cm x W. 10.5 cm x D. 5.1 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB62J57.a-.b
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsJade And Stones
On View
On view
Location
  • Gallery Location   Gallery 17
Text Entries

The deer, whose character lu (鹿) is pronounced the same as the character for salary (lu 祿), is a pun for wealth and rank. This box therefore conveys a wish for high rank and great wealth.

Subject
  • deer