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Crane Figure
Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
Iron, brass and enamel
Gift of Michael and Hildegard L…
Crane Figure
Crane Figure
Qing dynasty (1644-1911)
Iron, brass and enamel
Gift of Michael and Hildegard L…
Crane Figure Qing dynasty (1644-1911) Iron, brass and enamel Gift of Michael and Hildegard Lindsay 2015.25.1

Crane Figure

ClassificationsSculpture
Date1644-1911
Made AtChina, Asia
MediumIron, brass and enamel
Dimensions57 × 20 1/2 × 12 in. (144.8 × 52.1 × 30.5 cm)
Credit LineGift of Michael and Hildegard Lindsay
Object number2015.25.1
DescriptionThis object is one of two large cloisonné crane figures. Decorative items such as this were very popular in imperial halls and temples because of their highly detailed appearance and form. Additionally, cranes were considered auspicious symbols that represented long life and harmony, particularly in an imperial context. Cranes are noted to have been especially popular during the reign of the Qianlong Emperor (1736-1796). This timeframe is considered to be the peak of cloisonné production.
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