California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 March 12, 2016  March 12, 2016

 Lot # 1157 
A WHITE JADE CARVING OF MYTHICAL BEAST    清 白玉神獸把件


  • Dimension: Length: 2 1/4 in (5.7 cm) Width: 1 7/8 in (4.8 cm)
  • Estimate From: $1500
  • Estimate To: $2500

The recumbent mythical beast is carved with its head turned to one side, grasping a flowering leafy branch, seated beside a smaller qilin, the stone is of greenish white tone with russet flecks and inclusions. Qing Dynasty period.