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Fragrance Container
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In the Qing (1644–1911) dynasty, luxury items became more affordable to larger parts of the society, including women, merchants, and literati in non-official positions. Imperial patronage and a growing urban population encouraged consumption of luxury goods and local craftmanship. This spinach-green jade incense burner has pierced floral designs and four pierced floral handles.
Cleveland Museum of Art’s own descriptionCredit lineFragrance Container, 1736–95. China, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), Qianlong reign (1736–95). Jade; overall: 14.6 cm (5 3/4 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Bequest of John L. Severance, 1942.617.a
