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PROPERTY FROM A PRIVATE NORTH AMERICAN COLLECTION (LOTS 1-11 & 149) Christie's is pleased to offer a remarkable selection of works of art from a private collection in North America, comprising jades, agate, tourmaline and cloisonné enamel. The entire collection was amassed with great care over three generations, commencing in the 19th century during the demise of the Qing Dynasty. The family acquired the items from all over the world during their travels, including Hong Kong, mainland China and numerous European countries.

A WHITE JADE RECTANGULAR PENDANT PLAQUE

18TH/19TH CENTURY

Details

A WHITE JADE RECTANGULAR PENDANT PLAQUE
18TH/19TH CENTURY
The rectangular pendant is delicately carved to one side with a figure in a small boat beside a pavilion. The reverse is carved with five lines of calligraphy. The stone is of a creamy white tone.
2¼ in. (5.7 cm.) high

Provenance

A private North American collection formed from the 19th century onwards.

Special notice

VAT rate of 5% is payable on hammer price and at 20% on the buyer's premium.

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