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A grey and russet jade reticulated 'dragon' pendant, — A grey and russet jade reticulated 'dragon' pendant, Han dynasty or later 漢或以後 灰玉鏤雕龍紋韘形珮

A grey and russet jade reticulated 'dragon' pendant,

A grey and russet jade reticulated 'dragon' pendant, Han dynasty or later 漢或以後 灰玉鏤雕龍紋韘形珮

A delicate jade pendant carved with interlocking dragon motifs in grey and russet tones, demonstrating the sophisticated reticulated carving techniques of ancient Chinese craftsmanship. The piece exemplifies the enduring symbolism of dragons in Chinese art across multiple historical periods.

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CHINA / ARCHAIC AESTHETICS

November 25, 2022

Estimate: $120,000$150,000

Lot 885

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A grey and russet jade reticulated 'dragon' pendant,, A grey and russet jade reticulated 'dragon' pendant, Han dynasty or later 漢或以後 灰玉鏤雕龍紋韘形珮

A delicate jade pendant carved with interlocking dragon motifs in grey and russet tones, demonstrating the sophisticated reticulated carving techniques of ancient Chinese craftsmanship. The piece exemplifies the enduring symbolism of dragons in Chinese art across multiple historical periods.

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Related themes

Jade, Han Dynasty, Dragon, Pendant, Russet, Sculpture, Decorative Arts, Reticulated, Grey And Russet, Chinese Art, Ancient, Chinese, Grey