A green jade 'bird and dog' group
Qing DynastyCarved with a bird perched on rockwork, the head turned to the rear, a dog standing to the other side, facing the bird, hardwood stand, fitted box. 16cm (6.1/4in) long.
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The Property of a GentlemanProvenance: Scott L. Burdett C.B.E., M.C., and thence by descent.Scott L. Burdett was a diplomat in the British Consular Service in China. He served in Harbin in the 1920's, was promoted to British Consul in the 1930's, and Consul General in Shanghai in the 1950's. He also translated the Chinese Criminal Code into English.