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MING DYNASTY (1368-1644) OR EARLIER
Details
TWO MINIATURE JADE CONG
MING DYNASTY (1368-1644) OR EARLIER
The first is of square form with rounded corners carved in relief with four ribbed columns. The stone is of a mottled pale beige and dark brown tone with inclusions and flecks. The second cong is of square section, carved to the exterior with stylised taotie masks. The stone is of a greyish celadon tone with inclusions.
2 1/8 in. (5.5 cm.) high
MING DYNASTY (1368-1644) OR EARLIER
The first is of square form with rounded corners carved in relief with four ribbed columns. The stone is of a mottled pale beige and dark brown tone with inclusions and flecks. The second cong is of square section, carved to the exterior with stylised taotie masks. The stone is of a greyish celadon tone with inclusions.
2 1/8 in. (5.5 cm.) high
Provenance
The first: With Max, Belgium, 1942.
From the Collection of Henri Michel (1885-1981) and then by descent.
From the Collection of Henri Michel (1885-1981) and then by descent.