A Pale Off White Mottled Jade ‘Fish’ Carving, Song Dynasty (960-1279), 74AT
This hand-carved pendant is crafted from nephrite jade, measuring 4.5cm x 2.5cm. The stout, rounded stylized fish carving is formed from pale creamy nephrite naturally mottled with warm russet patina concentrated along the tail and across the body, simple incised lines define the circular eye and gill, with a small perforation pierced at the mouth for suspension. Fish is a classic auspicious symbol within ancient Chinese jade tradition, representing abundance and surplus good fortune. Its compact bulbous silhouette and minimal carving embody the primitive, timeless aesthetic of archaic jade animal pendants.
Condition
Items are sourced from an estate.This is a no-reserve auction.
This hand-carved pendant is crafted from nephrite jade, measuring 4.5cm x 2.5cm. The stout, rounded stylized fish carving is formed from pale creamy nephrite naturally mottled with warm russet patina concentrated along the tail and across the body, simple incised lines define the circular eye and gill, with a small perforation pierced at the mouth for suspension. Fish is a classic auspicious symbol within ancient Chinese jade tradition, representing abundance and surplus good fortune. Its compact bulbous silhouette and minimal carving embody the primitive, timeless aesthetic of archaic jade animal pendants.
Condition
Items are sourced from an estate.This is a no-reserve auction.
