Bi Disk with Embossed Motifs

China

Qing dynasty (1644-1912), About 1850

  • Titles Bi Disk with Embossed Motifs (Descriptive)
  • Artist China
  • Medium jade
  • Dimensions 3/16 × 2 1/4 in. Diam. (0.5 × 5.7 cm)
  • Credit Line Collection of the Art Fund, Inc. at the Birmingham Museum of Art; Catherine H. Collins Collection, AFI.557.1998
  • Work Type bi
  • Classification Ceremonial Objects

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