Description A Chinese white jade dragon hook with a Chilong dating from the 18th century or earlier. Dimensions are: 4 1/8 inches tall X 1 inches wide, 10.5 cm tall X 2.5 cm wide. All measurements are approximate.
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Condition Report One miniscule chip to the Chilong's tail, a small area of chipping to the head of the dragon.
Provenance From the estate of a surgeon in the Washington, D.C. area. The items were acquired from various auction houses including Christie's and Sotheby's prior to the 1990s.