A CHINESE GREEN JADE 'CHILONG' SEAL the straight-sided rectangular seal surmounted by a high relief coiled chilong, face carved with the four-character inscription 'tian zi zhi bao' which may be translated as: The Treasure of the Emperor, the stone of light green tone with russet and cream inclusions 9.2cm long Provenance: Continental Private CollectionDescriptions in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports and all lots are sold as viewed. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in good condition. Prospective bidders are recommended to request a condition report prior to bidding, wherever possible satisfying themselves in person at the gallery as to the condition of a lot.