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Lot
Number
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J000002 |
| Lot
Title |
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Jade Carving of a Horned and Bearded Mythical Beast |
| Date
of Origin |
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Qing Dynasty |
| Country
of Origin |
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China |
| Material
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Jade |
| Measurements |
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Length 2 in. (5.08 cm); Height 1 1/4 in. (3.175 cm) |
| Lot
Quantity |
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1 |
| Estimate |
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| Description:
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Description (guaranteed):
The recumbent animal carved with a horny ridged spine, its upswept wings and bifurcated tail flat against the body, the variegated stone of tan, russet, olive, and brown tones.
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| Condition
and Additional Specification: |
Condition: minor nicks
Notes: The Qing dynasty dates from 1644 to 1911.
Designation: Property from the Alsdorf Collection (Sotheby's New York) |
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