A Confucian Paragon: Tang Furen breast-feeding her mother-in-law

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A Confucian Paragon: Tang Furen breast-feeding her mother-in-law

Alternate Title: Tō fujin - Nijūshikō no hitori

Japan, late 19th century
Costumes; Accessories
Ivory with sumi
3 3/16 x 2 1/4 x 1 5/16 in. (8.2 x 5.8 x 3.4 cm)
Raymond and Frances Bushell Collection (AC1998.249.90)
Japanese Art
Not currently on public view

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