Lot 265: A CHINESE CARVED PALE CELADON JADE FIGURE OF A RECUMBENT BIXIE.
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A Chinese carved pale celadon to off-white jade figure of a mythical beast, identified as a bixie. The creature is depicted in a recumbent pose with its legs tucked beneath its body and its head facing forward. The head is detailed with a single horn, wide snout, and open mouth. Stylised scrollwork and curls are carved in low relief along the haunches and shoulders, with a long tail swept around the hindquarters. The stone is of a pale celadon hue with translucent areas and characteristic opaque white mottling and natural internal fissures.
L: Approximately 5.3cm
Condition report:
The carving appears to be in good overall condition. There are natural internal fissures and opaque mottling inherent to the jade stone. No significant chips, cracks, or restorations are visible.
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