A white and russet jade carving of a crane
A white and russet jade carving of a crane
18th century
The bird skillfully carved recumbent with legs tucked underneath the rounded body, the wings meticulously detailed with plumage, grasping in the beak a leafy branch of fruiting peach, the pale white stone with warm russet inclusions. 6cm (2 3/8in) long.
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A white and russet jade carving of a crane
18th century
The bird skillfully carved recumbent with legs tucked underneath the rounded body, the wings meticulously detailed with plumage, grasping in the beak a leafy branch of fruiting peach, the pale white stone with warm russet inclusions. 6cm (2 3/8in) long.