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

 Lot # 1249 
A SMALL WHITE JADE CARVING OF QILIN    清 白玉麒麟把件


  • Dimension: Height: 2 1/4 in (5.7 cm) Width: 1 5/8 in (4.1 cm)
  • Estimate From: $1200
  • Estimate To: $2200

The qilin is carved standing four square, its mouth holding a lingzhi sprig, the head turning upward, with bulging eyes and powerful nose, the stone is of even smooth white tone with russet markings. Qing Dynasty period.