Lot Essay
The miniature proportions and intricate carving of the amber vase indicate that it was probably made for use in a 'treasure' box.
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PROPERTY FROM A EUROPEAN ESTATE
A CARNELIAN AGATE GROUP OF SHOULAO AND DEER
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A CARNELIAN AGATE GROUP OF SHOULAO AND DEER
QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Carved using the contrasting semi-translucent reddish-orange and opaque creamy white stone to depict Shoulao seated by a recumbent deer beside a fruiting peach and lingzhi spray; a miniature amber vase, carved in low relief with archaistic taotie bands; and an amber group of two Buddhist lions chasing a brocade ball
The agate carving 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm.) wide (3)
QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Carved using the contrasting semi-translucent reddish-orange and opaque creamy white stone to depict Shoulao seated by a recumbent deer beside a fruiting peach and lingzhi spray; a miniature amber vase, carved in low relief with archaistic taotie bands; and an amber group of two Buddhist lions chasing a brocade ball
The agate carving 2 7/8 in. (7.3 cm.) wide (3)