Melon
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Materials and Date
Zitan, 18th century
H
9cm (3½in)
W
7cm (2½in)
D
6cm (2¼in)
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Full Description
This highly refined and unusual object was crafted to resemble a Chinese melon. The fully shaped lobes are well complemented by the gently curving shape and lustrous surfaces. There are two holes at the back of this object through which a rope or ribbon was probably passed.