California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 March 10, 2017  March 10, 2017

 Lot # 1374 
A ROSEWOOD JADE EMBELLISHED 'CRAB' TABLE SCREEN    民國 紅木蟹甲天下描金插屏


  • Dimension: Height: 11 1/8 in (28.2 cm)
  • Estimate From: $1500
  • Estimate To: $3000

The table screen embellished with spinach jade, agate, and Huangyang wood, depicting three crabs attempting to grasp the fruits on the branches issuing from the rockwork. The reverse finely painted in gilt with leafy branches and duck in an pond, all supported on well carved rosewood stand. Republic period.