California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 June 24, 2017  June 24, 2017

 Lot # 2159 
A YELLOW JADE RECUMBENT BEAST PAPER WEIGHT    明 黃玉獸型鎮紙


  • Dimension: Height: 3/4 in (1.9 cm) Length: 2 3/4 in (7 cm)
  • Estimate From: $800
  • Estimate To: $1500

The beast is shown in a reclining posture with head resting on its front paws, the haunches and body well defined and detailed with hair, the stone is of warm greenish yellow tone with yellowish red inclusions. Ming Dynasty period.