Ring
1700-1800 (made)
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Broad hoop of carved lapis lazuli with flat oblong, undecorated bezel. The shoulders of the ring are carved with stylised animal heads and decorative medallions.
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Materials and techniques | Carved lapis lazuli |
Brief description | Ring of carved lapis lazuli. China, 18th century. |
Physical description | Broad hoop of carved lapis lazuli with flat oblong, undecorated bezel. The shoulders of the ring are carved with stylised animal heads and decorative medallions. |
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Credit line | Given by the American Friends of the V&A through the generosity of Patricia V. Goldstein |
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Accession number | M.34-2011 |
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Record created | June 24, 2009 |
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