four Taoist Standards and stand, unknown maker from China

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four Taoist Standards and stand , 1900s
Where object was made: China
Material/technique: pewter; wood
Dimensions:
Object Height (Height): 215.9 cm
Object Height (Height): 85 in
Credit line: Gift of Dr. & Mrs. George Colom
Accession number: 1976.0100.01-5
Not on display

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Archive Label 2003: These elaborate objects were based on pole arms, but were not functional weapons. They were carried during court rituals or parades and used as ceremonial standards to symbolize military virtues.