East Asian Art Seal with Handle in the Form of a Mythical Animal Made in China, AsiaQing Dynasty (1644-1911), Qianlong Period (1736-1795) Artist/maker unknown, Chinese Rock crystal (quartz) with incised decoration * Gallery 226, Asian Art, second floor 1944-20-17 Gift of Major General and Mrs. William Crozier, 1944 |
LabelThis seal was formerly in the Imperial Collection of the emperor Qianlong. It is inscribed with the phrase (translated) "Qianlong's Imperial Brush."* Works in the collection are moved off view for many different reasons. Although gallery locations on the website are updated regularly, there is no guarantee that this object will be on display on the day of your visit. |
