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HAN DYNASTY (206 BC - 220 AD)
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A PALE CELADON AND RUSSET JADE CARVING OF A BEAR
HAN DYNASTY (206 BC - 220 AD)
The crouching beast is carved with bushy tail and rounded ears, its hind legs tucked underneath its body. The stone is of a pale celadon tone with russet veins and inclusions.
2½ in. (6.4 cm.) wide, wood stand
HAN DYNASTY (206 BC - 220 AD)
The crouching beast is carved with bushy tail and rounded ears, its hind legs tucked underneath its body. The stone is of a pale celadon tone with russet veins and inclusions.
2½ in. (6.4 cm.) wide, wood stand
Provenance
Acquired on 18 June 1983 in Hong Kong.
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