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YO1-259-07

Chinese carving of a military man from a solid piece of ivory. 19th Century. A military man has a sword in his hand and ornaments on his person. A long flowing robe, belt, bright red and blue color, with long whiskers, like a goatee. Stands on a pedestal. History: Notes from an interview with Loretta Biggs, Chinese language and culture specialist, UCD. Jan. 1984.