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A CHINESE CELADON JADE CARVING OF A QILIN
18TH CENTURY
The horned beast is carved with the head turned to one side and carrying a group of tied books on its back amongst cloud scrolls. The stone is of an even tone with some snowy inclusions
2 5⁄8 in. (6.6 cm.) long
18TH CENTURY
The horned beast is carved with the head turned to one side and carrying a group of tied books on its back amongst cloud scrolls. The stone is of an even tone with some snowy inclusions
2 5⁄8 in. (6.6 cm.) long
A CHINESE CELADON JADE CARVING OF A QILIN
18TH CENTURY
The horned beast is carved with the head turned to one side and carrying a group of tied books on its back amongst cloud scrolls. The stone is of an even tone with some snowy inclusions
2 5⁄8 in. (6.6 cm.) long
18TH CENTURY
The horned beast is carved with the head turned to one side and carrying a group of tied books on its back amongst cloud scrolls. The stone is of an even tone with some snowy inclusions
2 5⁄8 in. (6.6 cm.) long
With John Sparks Ltd., London, 3 January 1989.
Please note this lot was purchased from John Sparks Ltd., London. For further information please refer to Christies.com or the department.
This jade piece is sold without a wooden stand and not as stated in the printed catalogue
This jade piece is sold without a wooden stand and not as stated in the printed catalogue