A JADE LION, MING DYNASTYChina, 16th - 17th century. The grey jade with streaks of russet and dark brown. Carved with a recumbent Buddhist lion. Fine detail to fur, tail, and eyebrows. The nostrils designed as a ruyi. Provenance: French private collection.Condition: Superb condition with old wear and natural patina. Weight: 220.6 grams.Dimensions: 8.5 cm.明代玉獅中國,十六至十七世紀。灰色玉帶褐色與深褐色肌理。細緻入微雕刻了佛獅及其捲毛、尾巴以及睫毛,鼻孔張開成如意狀。來源:法國私人收藏品相:品相極好,輕微舊磨損,天然包漿重量:220.6 克尺寸:8.5 厘米