Soapstone Landscape (c.1644-1911 CE)
This Qing dynasty soapstone landscape, intricately carved to depict a serene mountain scene with a waterfall, temple, and hidden Buddha, serves as a meditative desk ornament.
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Raft Cup (1345 CE)
Hammered in 1345 CE, this Yuan dynasty silver raft cup from China depicts Zhang Qian with a loom stone.
Feline Head, Bovine Horns and Elephant Trunk (1300–1000 BCE)
Carved c. 1300–1000 BCE, this Shang dynasty jade feline head from China show a feline-horned creature.
Headrest With Three Lions (916–1125 CE)
Glazed c. 916–1125, this Liao dynasty ceramic headrest from China bears three sancai lions.
Recumbent Bull (700s CE)
Cast in the 700s CE, this gilt bronze bull from China’s Tang dynasty rests with detailed neck folds.