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18TH-19TH CENTURY
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A WHITE JADE RHYTON
18TH-19TH CENTURY
The well-hollowed vessel emerges from the head of an open-mouthed beast. The sides are incised with two bands of archaistic scroll and carved in high relief with three chilong, one of which is clambering up one narrow side to grasp the rim with one paw to form the handle. The semi-translucent white stone has some russet mottling and a lustrous polish.
7 1/8 in. (18.1 cm.) high, wood stand
18TH-19TH CENTURY
The well-hollowed vessel emerges from the head of an open-mouthed beast. The sides are incised with two bands of archaistic scroll and carved in high relief with three chilong, one of which is clambering up one narrow side to grasp the rim with one paw to form the handle. The semi-translucent white stone has some russet mottling and a lustrous polish.
7 1/8 in. (18.1 cm.) high, wood stand
Provenance
George Walter Vincent Smith (1832-1923), Springfield, Massachusetts, acquired prior to 1910.
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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