California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 October 05, 2019  October 05, 2019

 Lot # 8250 
A ZITAN CARVED GEMS INLAID 'HUNTING SCENE' BOX    清 紫檀嵌百寶狩獵圖蓋盒


  • Dimension: Height: 3 5/8 in (9.2 cm) Length: 6 1/2 in (16.5 cm) Width: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Estimate From: $3000
  • Estimate To: $5000

Of lobed octagonal form, the cover inlaid in various gems including mother of pearl, turquoise, soapstones, agate, and jades to depict a young warrior on horseback hunting rabbits, left hand holding a spear. The base inscribed with four character Qianlong mark. Qing Dynasty Qianlong period.