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Carved Wooden Dragon
Carved Wooden Dragon

Carved Wooden Dragon

Owner (Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
Date19th century
Object NameCarving
Mediumwood
ClassificationsApplied Art
Dimensions16 × 5cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
CopyrightOut of copyright - CC0
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS093621
About MeThis wood carving is in the shape of a dragon.

The dragon symbolises male prowess, strength and divine rule and represents the height of power and auspiciousness in Chinese culture.
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