ANTIQUE CHINESE CARVED JADE JAR

pale greyish jade with traces of russet, carved with a forward facing dragon among scrolls and clouds, dragon head carved mounts, foot and rim incised with patterned shields and triangular key border; weight 933g
h. 9-1/2 w. 4-1/2 d. 1-1/2 in.
Provenance: from the estate of a celebrated gemologist, jade & Asian art collector, Philadelphia, PA

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Condition Report: overall excellent condition; a very small chip to the top rim of the lid, but no apparent issues to the jar itself