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FIGURINE OF THREE BIRDS

Creator(s): Unknown

On view in: Pavilion Hallway


About this object

The figurine shows three birds of different sizes perched on a tree stump. The largest bird stands to the left and the two smaller ones stand lower and to the right. Two of the birds have their wings extended as if ready to fly away. The tree stump is gnarled and has a few leaves attached to it. The wooden base is carved like the roots of trees.

Object name:
FIGURINE OF THREE BIRDS
Made from:
Jade
Made in:
Hong Kong, China
Size:
8.9 cm (3 1/2 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
62.87
Class:
HARDSTONE
Signature marks:
TAG on base: Made in Hong Kong
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973