Nine Dragon Seal for Imperial Painting Collection

Date1736-1795

Label TextInk, ink stone, brushes, seals, brush rests and brush holders have been considered treasures befitting the scholar's table. They are appreciated not only for their usefulness but also for their aesthetic value. Although often made in matched sets, these prized objects were created in varying sizes and materials.

Object number50.140

Exhibition HistorySeattle, Washington, Seattle Asian Art Museum, "Shu: Reinventing Books in Contemporary Chinese Art", August 9, 2007 - December 2, 2007 (8/9/2007 - 12/2/2007)

Credit LineEugene Fuller Memorial Collection

Dimensions2 9/16 x 2 7/8 x 2 7/8 in. (6.51 x 7.3 x 7.3 cm)

MediumIvory