January Antiques & Decorative Arts
Lot 395: A Chinese Archaic Openwork Dark Jade Dragon Ornament.
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A Chinese Archaic Openwork Dark Jade Dragon Ornament.
Carved from dark jade with natural green, grey, and brown tonal variations, this openwork ornament is formed as a stylised dragon in a flowing, arched posture. The dragon’s head is defined with a projecting snout and curling horn-like crest, leading into a smoothly contoured body that curves around a large central opening. The lower edge is shaped with a series of rounded, scalloped projections
Approximately 24.7 x 11.7cm
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished British gentleman.
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