

Garment hook in the shape of a phoenix
Pale green jade sculpture of a phoenix lying on its side. The phoenix has a curved beak and a wavy crest on top of its head. Its body is long and curved, with feathers carved along the back. The wings are folded against the body. The tail is long and curved, with feathers carved along its length. The sculpture has a small circular base to support it. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 19th century
- Medium
- Jade (nephrite)
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 599 × 369 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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