Pair of Cups

China

1799

  • Titles Pair of Cups (Descriptive)
  • Artist China
  • Medium ceramic
  • Dimensions Overall: 4 5/16 x 1 3/4 in. (11 x 4.4 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of Dr. and Mrs. John D. Elmore, 1978.78a-b
  • Work Type cups
  • Classification Containers

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