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Unknown (Historical) — A white jade 'constellations tablet' plaque, Qing dynasty, 18th - 19th century 清十八至十九世紀 白玉雕圭璧牌

Unknown (Historical)

A white jade 'constellations tablet' plaque, Qing dynasty, 18th - 19th century 清十八至十九世紀 白玉雕圭璧牌

A white jade plaque carved in the form of a 'constellations tablet' from the Qing dynasty, showcasing the refined jade carving techniques of 18th-19th century China. This decorative piece likely served ceremonial or scholarly purposes, reflecting celestial themes in its design.

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CHINA / 5000 YEARS

November 30, 2021

Estimate: $40,000$60,000

Lot 495

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Unknown (Historical), A white jade 'constellations tablet' plaque, Qing dynasty, 18th - 19th century 清十八至十九世紀 白玉雕圭璧牌

A white jade plaque carved in the form of a 'constellations tablet' from the Qing dynasty, showcasing the refined jade carving techniques of 18th-19th century China. This decorative piece likely served ceremonial or scholarly purposes, reflecting celestial themes in its design.

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

Related themes

Celestial, 19th Century, Decorative Arts, Plaque, Chinese Carving, Qing Dynasty, White Jade, 18th Century

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