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Small Boulder with Two Mountain Landscapes
Small Boulder with Two Mountain Landscapes
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Small Boulder with Two Mountain Landscapes

Artist
Date18th century, Qing Dynasty (1644–1911)
Mediumlapis lazuli
Dimensions9.9 cm (3 7/8 in.)
ClassificationsJades
Credit LineBequest of Mrs. Harry W. Goddard, in memory of Harry W. Goddard
Object number1938.63
DescriptionDecoration of Mountains, pine trees, rocks, and a travellers shelter. With stand.
Label TextBoulder with Mountain Landscapes Lapis lazuli; Qing dynasty (1644 - 1911), 18th century Bequest of Mrs. Harry W. Goddard, in memory of Harry W. Goddard, 1938.63 Jade boulders and stones such as lapis lazuli evoked the "jewel-like" realms of Taoist immortals. They also embodied the pure, permanent essence and hues of the mountains and streams that Chinese landscape painters had long strived to capture.ProvenanceMrs. Harry W. Goddard, Worcester, MA
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Current Location
  • Exhibition Location  Gallery 112

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