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18TH CENTURY
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A LARGE CELADON JADE CARVING OF A 'HEAVENLY HORSE', TIAN MA
18TH CENTURY
The horse is carved striding amongst crashing waves forming the base. In its mouth it holds a ribbon tied to a bundle of scrolls resting on its back. The stone is of an even tone with some minor paler inclusions.
4 ¾ in. (12 cm.) long, carved wood stand
18TH CENTURY
The horse is carved striding amongst crashing waves forming the base. In its mouth it holds a ribbon tied to a bundle of scrolls resting on its back. The stone is of an even tone with some minor paler inclusions.
4 ¾ in. (12 cm.) long, carved wood stand
Provenance
From a private European collection, predominantly assembled in the 1970s and 1980s.
Special notice
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