A HAN DYNASTY STYLE JADE FIGURE OF A MYTHICAL BEAST
A HAN DYNASTY STYLE JADE FIGURE OF A MYTHICAL BEAST
Celadon jade, opaque, hand carved
China
This celadon jade figure shows a mythical beast with a long body, decorated with connected lines on its back as well as archaistic patterns on the sides, and a snout, suggesting it might be a pig.
Dimensions: LENGTH 12 CM
Condition: Excellent condition
Provenance: Estate of an Austrian collection