Belt Hook in the Form of a Praying Mantis with Cicada (Tanglang Gou)

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Belt Hook in the Form of a Praying Mantis with Cicada (Tanglang Gou)

China, middle Qing dynasty, about 1700-1800
Jewelry and Adornments; hooks
Abraded jade
3 3/4 x 5/8 x 1/2 in. (9.5 x 1.6 x 1.3 cm)
Gift of Patricia G. Cohan (M.2001.179.10)
Not currently on public view