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FIGURINE OF A BOY ON A BULL

Creator(s): Unknown (Maker)

On view in: Pavilion Hallway


About this object

This figurine is of a boy riding on a bull. The animal is flattened and stands on four feet. Its head curved in front of the body and has long horns. Its tail curved out to form a c shape. The boy on its back is hard to distinguish. He looks bent over the large saddle. The wooden base is carved so that there are four holes for the animal’s feet.

Object name:
FIGURINE OF A BOY ON A BULL
Made from:
Jade
Made in:
China
Date made:
18th Century
Size:
4.9 x 5.7 cm (1 15/16 x 2 1/4 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
62.74
Class:
HARDSTONE
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973