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Illustrated catalogue of the furniture and embellishments from the Imperial palace, Pekin. Exquisitely wrought gold ornaments from the ceremonial crowns of the former Emperor and Empress of China and numerous other objects of antiquity and distinctive artistic excellence recently : Acquired by the firm of Messrs. Yamanaka & Company (1917)

American Art Association, Freer, Charles Lang, 1854-1919, former owner. DSI-F · New York : American Art Association · leaf 54

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First Afternoon … 105 — Blossoming Camellia in Cloisonne Enamel Jar Leaves of polished dark green jade, buds and blossoms in white jade and carnelian. The containing jar quadri- lateral, and resting on an architectural base with sceptre- head feet ; its decoration flowers and conventional borders in soft colors on a…

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