Chinese Jade Dragon Plaque, Ming

A Chinese white jade rectangular dragon plaque from the Ming dynasty. The plaque has a four-clawed dragon amongst lotus tracery.

Dimensions are: 2 1/2 inches tall X 3 1/4, 6.4 cm tall X 8.3 cm wide. All measurements are approximate.

Condition: Chip in one and a crack in another; others are in good condition. Natural seams to the stone.

Provenance: From Mr. and Mrs. Young in Sacramento, California, acquired in Hong Kong prior to the 1980s.

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