Head Ornament

CultureChinese

Date19th century

MediumBrass

DimensionsOverall: 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm)

Credit LinePurchase: William Rockhill Nelson Trust

Object number33-778

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Not on view

Collections

East Asian Art

Terms

DescriptionSmall brass Buddhist priest mounted on a donkey. Given to children every month as presents.

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