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Chop sticks: O.2A & B-2014

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A pair of black bronze chop sticks, with a square cross section at the top. The lower part is round, with two pairs of notches as the owner's mark. Beautifully balanced.

Notes

History note: Originating from the joint collections of Professor Peter H. Plesch and Mrs. Gerta R. (Traudi) Plesch OBE

Legal notes

Given by Philippa Neilson

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2014-03-03) by Neilson, Philippa

Materials used in production

Bronze

Identification numbers

Accession number: O.2A & B-2014
Primary reference Number: 201247

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Created: Thursday 19 March 2015 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Applied Arts

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