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A celadon and russet jade figure of a mythical beast, — A celadon and russet jade figure of a mythical beast, Ming dynasty 明 青褐玉瑞獸

A celadon and russet jade figure of a mythical beast,

A celadon and russet jade figure of a mythical beast, Ming dynasty 明 青褐玉瑞獸

A Ming dynasty figure of an auspicious mythical beast carved from celadon and russet jade. This decorative sculpture exemplifies the jade carvers' skill in depicting mythological creatures.

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CHINA / 5000 YEARS

November 25, 2022

Estimate: $10,000$15,000

Lot 481

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A celadon and russet jade figure of a mythical beast,, A celadon and russet jade figure of a mythical beast, Ming dynasty 明 青褐玉瑞獸

A Ming dynasty figure of an auspicious mythical beast carved from celadon and russet jade. This decorative sculpture exemplifies the jade carvers' skill in depicting mythological creatures.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Russet Jade, Decorative Jade, Sculpture, Ming Dynasty, Auspicious Motif, Mythical Beast, Celadon Jade, Carved Jade