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HONGSHAN CULTURE, CIRCA 4000-3000 BC
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A GREEN JADE HUMANOID MASK ORNAMENT
HONGSHAN CULTURE, CIRCA 4000-3000 BC
The humanoid mask is carved with arched brows above almond-shaped eyes and a pointed nose. The reverse is pierced with two apertures for suspension. The stone is of an even green tone with some buff and russet inclusions.
1 15/16 in. (4.9 cm.) high, box
HONGSHAN CULTURE, CIRCA 4000-3000 BC
The humanoid mask is carved with arched brows above almond-shaped eyes and a pointed nose. The reverse is pierced with two apertures for suspension. The stone is of an even green tone with some buff and russet inclusions.
1 15/16 in. (4.9 cm.) high, box
Provenance
Lantien Shanfang Collection, acquired in Taipei in 1992
Brought to you by
Priscilla Kong