Ritual Disc (Bi) of Green Nephrite Jade Incised with Cloud Motif

China

Zhou dynasty (1027 -221 BC), 3rd century BC

  • Titles Ritual Disc (Bi) of Green Nephrite Jade Incised with Cloud Motif (Descriptive)
  • Artist China
  • Medium jade
  • Dimensions 1/4 x 7 in. Diam. (0.6 x 17.8 cm)
  • Credit Line Gift of William M. Spencer, Jr., 1971.37
  • Work Type pi
  • Classification Ceremonial Objects
  • On View

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