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A grey and brown jade notched disc, — A grey and brown jade notched disc, Shang dynasty 商 灰玉牙璧

A grey and brown jade notched disc,

A grey and brown jade notched disc, Shang dynasty 商 灰玉牙璧

This grey and brown jade notched disc (牙璧) dates to the Shang dynasty and represents an important ritual or decorative object. The intricate carving and material selection demonstrate the sophisticated jade-working techniques of ancient China.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

CHINA / 5000 YEARS

November 25, 2022

Estimate: $40,000 – $60,000

Lot 452

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A grey and brown jade notched disc,, A grey and brown jade notched disc, Shang dynasty 商 灰玉牙璧

This grey and brown jade notched disc (牙璧) dates to the Shang dynasty and represents an important ritual or decorative object. The intricate carving and material selection demonstrate the sophisticated jade-working techniques of ancient China.

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

Related themes

Ceremonial, Brown, Jade, Shang Dynasty, Disc, Decorative Arts, Sculptural, Ancient, Chinese, Grey