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[One of a] pair of mat weights in seated human form

Chinese
Western Han dynasty
1st century B.C.

Medium/Technique Cast bronze inlaid with gold and silver
Dimensions 7 cm (2 3/4 in.)
Credit Line Museum purchase with funds from the Charles Bain Hoyt Fund and donated anonymously
Accession Number1987.91
CollectionsAsia
ClassificationsMetalwork

Provenance1987, Dr. Roberta Carroll and Mr. Joseph P. Carroll, Boston ; sold to the MFA for $75,000. [see note]. (Accession Date: March 25, 1987)

Note:
Total price for 1987.91-1987.92.