A JADE ‘BOY with MONKEY’ CARVING, 1900s
A JADE ‘BOY with MONKEY’ CARVING, 1900s
Cream color jade with ochre inclusions, fine smooth surface polish. Standing figurine which can also be worn as a pendant.
China, late Qing dynasty / early Republic period
Charming jade sculpture which symbolizes fertility and cleverness. Sculptures like this were often given as a gift to expecting parents as the monkey is a symbol for making children clever. The boy is holding a lingzhi branch, symbolizing longevity.
Shape: Figural shape with reticulated areas
Dimensions: 7,2 cm (height), 4,2 cm (length), 1,5 cm (width)
Condition: Good condition with fine hand patina
Provenance: Dutch collection