Jade en forme d'oiseau, M.C. 2016-38(5)

Author(s): anonymous, sculptor dating in century: 11th century bc. Ad type of object(s): china, archaeology, decorative arts name(s): set (clothing accessories) materials and techniques: jade (nephrite) place(s) of execution/realization: china dimensions - artwork: height: 13. 6cm width: 4. 5cm description: through its fine incised decoration which allows the details of the wings and the tail of the animal to be detailed, it is similar to the creations of this period, in particular certain pieces from the tomb of fu hao. It is distinguished, however, by the treatment of the crest in the shape of a double dagger, which is more reminiscent of the art of the zhou period. This rare treatment is, however, not unique since it is found in a very famous piece kept in the national museum of beijing. Acquisition method: purchase with participation name of donor, testator, seller: society of friends of the cernuschi museum institution: cernuschi museum, museum of asian arts of the city of paris inventory number: m. C. 2016-38. Date: Unknown.