A small Chinese pale celadon jade carving of a mythical beast
Estimate £1,000 - £2,000 | Hammer £6500
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Description
A small Chinese pale celadon jade carving of a mythical beast, probably Song dynasty. Walking in a menacing pose with its head raised, baring its teeth, the tail curled around its legs, the stone with pale brown striations, 7.5cm.
Provenance:purchased in Hong Kong during the 1950s, by repute.