Dimension: H: 2 3/4 in (7 cm); L: 4 1/2 in (11.5 cm)
Estimate From: $3000
Estimate To: $3500
This jade is naturalistically carved as a seated quail-form box with its feet tucked under body, the upper half forming the cover perfectly fitting the edge on box. The body is highly detailed with incised feathers and head. The stone is of celadon with russet inclusion. Mid Qing Dynasty period.