A Pair of Chinese Jade Duck and Candle PricketsQing dynasty (1644-1912), the ducks are carved standing with their wings outstretched, on their heads are tall pricket stands with circular drip holders incised with key motif, each bird is raised up on the back of a holding two serpents in a rounded dish with incised waves, lotus petal border, with three ruyi shaped feet to underside. 9.5 in. A similar pair sold at Bonham's, London, November 5, 2009, lot 260. Additional high-resolution photos are available at LelandLittle.com
Break with loss to top of one pricket stem; some loss and possible repair to same around rim of circular base; some rough areas to the jade.