Crystal Ball on Waves

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Crystal Ball on Waves

Late 1800s to early 1900s

Artist/maker unknown, Chinese

As early as the Song dynasty (960–1279), rock crystal carvings and vessels were appreciated and collected in China, the best pieces being lustrous and in perfect condition. This flawless crystal ball is displayed on a silver stand in the form of breaking waves that was created in Japan during the first half of the twentieth century.

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Object Details

Title:

Crystal Ball on Waves

Date:

Late 1800s to early 1900s

Artist:

Artist/maker unknown, Chinese

Medium:

Rock crystal (quartz); silver

Dimensions:

Crystal Ball: 8 1/2 inches, 31 pounds 8.4 ounces (22 cm, 14.3 kg) Base: 17 3/8 inches (44.1 cm)

Classification:

Sculpture

Credit Line:

Gift of Major General and Mrs. William Crozier, 1944

Accession Number:

1944-20-2a,b

Geography:

Made in China, Asia

Context:

Dynasty: Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) or Republican Period (1912-1949)

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