Lot Essay
This type of badger is known as a (huan), which is a pun for 'joy'.
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PROPERTY OF A PRIVATE HAWAII COLLECTOR
A WHITE AND RUSSET JADE FIGURE OF A BADGER (HUAN)
18TH/19TH CENTURY
Details
A WHITE AND RUSSET JADE FIGURE OF A BADGER (HUAN)
18TH/19TH CENTURY
The recumbent badger (huan) playfully grasps a leafy stem in its mouth that trails onto its back. The stone is of greenish-white tone with russet inclusions on the top.
2½ in. (6.1 cm.) long, wood stand
18TH/19TH CENTURY
The recumbent badger (huan) playfully grasps a leafy stem in its mouth that trails onto its back. The stone is of greenish-white tone with russet inclusions on the top.
2½ in. (6.1 cm.) long, wood stand
Provenance
Acquired in Hawaii in 1995.
Brought to you by
Michael Bass
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