A Pale Translucent Jade 'Dragon and Phoenix' Openwork Plaque, Qing Dynasty , 4AP
This intricately wrought openwork plaque is carved from pale translucent jade, masterfully rendered with interwoven dragon and phoenix forms twisting through scrolling foliate motifs across the irregular plaque body. The dragon and phoenix pairing represents auspicious union, harmony, prosperity and noble fortune within traditional Chinese iconography. The jade holds a soft pale translucent tone with faint natural inclusions and subtle light mottling visible upon close inspection, free of heavy russet staining. The piece exhibits fluid pierced openwork carving, smoothly rounded relief forms and fine finishing, burnished to a gentle, glowing surface lustre. Dimensions: 6.3 cm x 4 cm
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This is a NO RESERVE AUCTION: there are no hidden or confidential reserves, all acceptable bidding commences at the online START PRICE.
This intricately wrought openwork plaque is carved from pale translucent jade, masterfully rendered with interwoven dragon and phoenix forms twisting through scrolling foliate motifs across the irregular plaque body. The dragon and phoenix pairing represents auspicious union, harmony, prosperity and noble fortune within traditional Chinese iconography. The jade holds a soft pale translucent tone with faint natural inclusions and subtle light mottling visible upon close inspection, free of heavy russet staining. The piece exhibits fluid pierced openwork carving, smoothly rounded relief forms and fine finishing, burnished to a gentle, glowing surface lustre. Dimensions: 6.3 cm x 4 cm
Condition
This is a NO RESERVE AUCTION: there are no hidden or confidential reserves, all acceptable bidding commences at the online START PRICE.
