A Sapphire-matrix carving of a miniature Mountain Group
A Sapphire-matrix carving of a miniature Mountain Group
Qing dynasty
Carved in high relief with Huang Chengyan riding a donkey followed by two attendants, one with a gourd, the other holding a prunus blossom, shown beneath pine tress and willow rising amidst craggy rockwork, a crane, deer and swirling clouds seen within the shelter of the trees.
2 1/8in (5.4cm) high
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A Sapphire-matrix carving of a miniature Mountain Group
Qing dynasty
Carved in high relief with Huang Chengyan riding a donkey followed by two attendants, one with a gourd, the other holding a prunus blossom, shown beneath pine tress and willow rising amidst craggy rockwork, a crane, deer and swirling clouds seen within the shelter of the trees.
2 1/8in (5.4cm) high