Ornament

Item number 3065/7 from the MOA: University of British Columbia.

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Description

Small figure of a tiger made from mottled green and orange jade. Tiger lies on its stomach, head resting on front feet. Features are carved into figure, such as front toes, ears, mouth and tail. Piece has a flat bottom, with a hole bored through just above, at centre of figure.

History Of Use

Late 19th or early 20th century reproduction of a 150 B.C.E. ornament; made to attach to clothing or draperies.

Item History

What

Name
Ornament
Identification Number
3065/7
Type of Item
ornament
Material
nephrite mineral
Overall
height 1.3 cm, width 1.5 cm, depth 3.5 cm

Where

Holding Institution
MOA: University of British Columbia
Made in
China

Who

Culture
Chinese
Previous Owner
Oscar Gerson and Erika Gerson
Received from
Erika Gerson (Donor)

When

Creation Date
between 1875 and 1925
Ownership Date
before 1966 and before June 11, 2014
Acquisition Date
on June 11, 2014

Other

Condition
excellent
Current Location
Case 83
Accession Number
3065/0007
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