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An archaistic yellow and russet jade scabbard slide, — An archaistic yellow and russet jade scabbard slide, Ming - Qing dynasty 明至清 黃玉劍璏

An archaistic yellow and russet jade scabbard slide,

An archaistic yellow and russet jade scabbard slide, Ming - Qing dynasty 明至清 黃玉劍璏

This Ming to Qing dynasty jade scabbard slide features archaistic yellow and russet coloring, displaying the refined craftsmanship of imperial jade carving. The object demonstrates the continuation of classical aesthetic principles through centuries of Chinese art.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

CHINA / 5000 YEARS

November 30, 2021

Estimate: $30,000 – $50,000

Lot 471

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An archaistic yellow and russet jade scabbard slide,, An archaistic yellow and russet jade scabbard slide, Ming - Qing dynasty 明至清 黃玉劍璏

This Ming to Qing dynasty jade scabbard slide features archaistic yellow and russet coloring, displaying the refined craftsmanship of imperial jade carving. The object demonstrates the continuation of classical aesthetic principles through centuries of Chinese art.

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

Related themes

Jade, Russet, Sculpture, Ming Dynasty, Decorative, Ornamental, Archaistic, Ancient, Chinese, Yellow