Qing abstinence plaque
A quick online search makes it clear that abstinence plaques are no rarity on the art market. They come in all forms and materials, while the size and the message is always the same. They reminded the court to observe abstinence three days prior to worshipping activities. This jade specimen was sold through Christie's and is no longer in their database - all the more reason to explore.
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Wearing abstinence
story by Juul Eijk.These plaques reminded the court to observe abstinence three days prior to the worshipping of ancestors, Heaven or other gods. This story is about a solemn symbol with, at times, loud designs.
