Fine Chinese Paintings & Works of Art - 7th December 2020

Lot 70

A CHINESE JADEITE 'QUAIL' BOX AND COVER

Estimate £3,000 - £4,000

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Description

A CHINESE JADEITE 'QUAIL' BOX AND COVER

LATE QING DYNASTY

Formed as a seated quail, the bird depicted with its wings at its side and its feet tucked beneath its body, incised with fine details of its plumage, the dark green stone with black specks and vibrant green streaks, 8.2cm. (2)