A grey and black jade 'qilin' pendant,
A grey and black jade 'qilin' pendant, Ming dynasty
A jade pendant carved in grey and black stone depicting a qilin, a legendary hooved chimerical creature in Chinese mythology, from the Ming dynasty. This auspicious symbol was highly valued in imperial Chinese decorative arts.
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🔨 Auction Lot
A Journey Through China's History. The Dr Wou Kiuan Collection Online. Part I
May 10, 2023
Estimate: $2,000 – $3,000
Lot 86
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