Miniature mountains representing the mythical realm Penglai, 18th century


Miniature mountains representing the mythical realm Penglai, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 18th century, China, Emerald, a, incl. base: 3 5/8 × 1 7/8 × 1 3/8 in., Hardstone, Thought to be somewhere in the Eastern Sea, Penglai is the realm of immortals where jewels grow on trees and rice bowls and wine glasses are never empty


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