Twin boys, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 18th century, China, Ivory, H. 2 1/2 in. (6.3 cm); W. 21/2 in. (6.3 cm), Ivories, This intriguing sculpture can be read either vertically or horizontally. The four bodies and two heads belong to four entwined boys, who represent the Four Blessings of happiness, high official rank, longevity, and good luck
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Twin boys, Qing dynasty, 1644–1911, 18th century, China, Ivory, H, 2 1/2, 6.3 cm, W, 21/2, Ivories, intriguing, sculpture, read, vertically, horizontally, four bodies, two heads, belong entwined, boys, represent, Four Blessings, happiness, high official, rank, longevity, good luck
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