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18TH CENTURY
Details
A CHINESE CELADON JADE CARVING OF A QILIN
18TH CENTURY
The horned beast is carved with the head turned to one side and carrying a group of tied books on its back amongst cloud scrolls. The stone is of an even tone with some snowy inclusions
2 5/8 in. (6.6 cm.) long
18TH CENTURY
The horned beast is carved with the head turned to one side and carrying a group of tied books on its back amongst cloud scrolls. The stone is of an even tone with some snowy inclusions
2 5/8 in. (6.6 cm.) long
Provenance
With John Sparks Ltd., London, 3 January 1989.
Sale room notice
Please note this lot was purchased from John Sparks Ltd., London. For further information please refer to Christies.com or the department.
This jade piece is sold without a wooden stand and not as stated in the printed catalogue
This jade piece is sold without a wooden stand and not as stated in the printed catalogue
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