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Chess Piece: King

early 1900s

Japan, Meiji period

(1868–1912)
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Medium
ivory
Measurements
Overall: 10.5 x 3.9 cm (4 1/8 x 1 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Henry B. Andrews 2000.1007.1
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Location
Not on view
Print
An ivory sculpture depicts an official standing in a densely carved robe with swirling patterns and a flared hat. He has narrowed eyes and a long, pointed beard. A square badge sits on his chest draped by a long string of beads. His right hand holds a flat tablet toward his chest. He stands on a circular base with a fluted, petal-like edge.

Chess Piece: King

early 1900s

Japan, Meiji period (1868–1912)

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