California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Jan. 24, 2015  Jan. 24, 2015

 Lot # 4019 
A GREEN AND RUSSET JADE CARVED CICADA ORNAMENT    清 青玉蟬


  • Dimension: L: 6 1/4 in (16 cm) W: 3 1/8 in (8 cm) H: 2 1/4 in (5.7 cm)
  • Estimate From: $100
  • Estimate To: $150

The carving depicts a cicada with bulging eyes resting on all legs, the wings carved with hook-like patterns, the stone of green and dark green color, with small russet patch on the top, two holes at front for stringing. Qing Dynasty period.