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Description
Chinese Brass tray, round, incised with animal designs. Tray has a scalloped edge that is surrounded by a flora motif. The center of the tray depicts a dragon and is surrounded by various birds and animals. In between the imagery there are geometric and floral designs. Animals include deer, chicken, eagle, (others are unknown).
Keywords
tableware, artwork, decoration
Original Medium
Brass
Item Size
86.5 cm diameter
Origin
China
Date Information
Undated
Artifact Number
M76-008
Original Collection
Mike Mansfield Collections, Mss 65, Archives and Special Collections, Mansfield Library, University of Montana
Holding Repository
University of Montana, Mansfield Library Archives and Special Collections
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Digital Publisher
University of Montana-- Missoula. Mansfield Library
Image Credit
Image credit: Micaela Connolly, University of Montana
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Keywords
tableware, artwork, decoration