A jade figure of a mythical beast
Qing dynasty, 19th century
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Estimate $2,000 – $3,000
the recumbent animal with its head curled around to its hind quarters with long bifid tail, and with long plumed wings extending from either shoulder, the pale mushroom coloured stone with some opaque white mottling and russet suffusions, wood stand
(2)
5.5 cm long
- Lot Sold SOLD (Hammer Price)
Condition Report
A few minor frits to the raised edges
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