A BROWN AND BEIGE JADE 'MYTHICAL BEAST' VASE AND COVER
A BROWN AND BEIGE JADE 'MYTHICAL BEAST' VASE AND COVER

19TH CENTURY

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A BROWN AND BEIGE JADE 'MYTHICAL BEAST' VASE AND COVER
19TH CENTURY
The beast is modelled standing on four feet, with a loose ring handle suspended from its mouth. The vase is flanked by the beast's outstretched wings, with its tail curled upwards. The cover is surmounted by a finial in the form of a stylised kui-dragon. The stone is of an olive tone with brown inclusions and darker areas.
6.1/8 in. (15.4 cm.) high
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 11 November 2004, lot 888.

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