Asian Art - 12th November 2008

Lot 1224

**A Chinese white jade carving of a recumbent horse

Estimate £1,800 - £2,200

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Description

**A Chinese white jade carving of a recumbent horse, curled, so his hoofs and tail touch his mouth, a monkey lies sprawled on its back, probably 19th century, 5.5cm. The horse and monkey combined were often given to aspiring officials.