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HONGSHAN CULTURE, CIRCA 4000-3000 BC
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A GREEN JADE CARVING OF A CICADA COCOON
HONGSHAN CULTURE, CIRCA 4000-3000 BC
The jade is carved as a cicada cocoon and pierced on both ends and on both sides. The flat end is lightly incised with a pair of eyes, and the top with three parallel ridges to simulate the abdomen. The stone is of a green tone mottled with cream and russet striations.
4 1/8 in. (10.7 cm.) long, box
HONGSHAN CULTURE, CIRCA 4000-3000 BC
The jade is carved as a cicada cocoon and pierced on both ends and on both sides. The flat end is lightly incised with a pair of eyes, and the top with three parallel ridges to simulate the abdomen. The stone is of a green tone mottled with cream and russet striations.
4 1/8 in. (10.7 cm.) long, box
Provenance
Lantien Shanfang Collection, acquired in Taipei in 1989
Brought to you by
Priscilla Kong