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Laozi crossing the Han Pass

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Pale green jade sculpture on a black wooden base. The jade is carved into an irregular shape with a flat base and rounded top. The sculpture depicts a scene with several figures, trees, and foliage. The figures appear to be people on a mountain or cliff. The jade has a smooth, glossy finish. The wooden base is rectangular with a wavy edge. The background is a plain gray color. The sculpture represents Laozi crossing the Han Pass.

Artwork details

Date:
18th century
Medium:
Jade (nephrite)
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
600 × 432 px
Museum record:
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