Charm

29-127-1598

From: China

Curatorial Section: Asian

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Object Number 29-127-1598
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Chinese
Provenience China
Section Asian
Materials Bronze
Iconography Flowers
Description

Open work charm known as lou kong qian (镂空钱) or "hollowed out" money. Also known as "elegant" money ling long qian (玲珑钱). This piece has flowers.

Credit Line Purchased from Rev. Edward W. Thwing; subscription of Robert C. H. Brock, 1902
Other Number 11523 - R. C. H. Brock Collection Number

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