Early 20th C. Chinese Jadeite Cigarette Holder
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East Asia, China, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A slender cigarette holder that is hand-carved from jadeite of mottled green and white hues. The cylindrical body has a circular opening meant to hold a cigarette, and the tapered neck terminates in a discoid mouthpiece. Smooth, polished surfaces make this an attractive piece. Size: 3.6" L x 0.6" W (9.1 cm x 1.5 cm)
Provenance: private Los Angeles County, California, USA collection, acquired by descent from the owner's father, collection amassed between 1950-1990
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
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#135949
Condition Report: Intact and very good with smooth surface textures throughout.
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**First Time At Auction**
East Asia, China, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A slender cigarette holder that is hand-carved from jadeite of mottled green and white hues. The cylindrical body has a circular opening meant to hold a cigarette, and the tapered neck terminates in a discoid mouthpiece. Smooth, polished surfaces make this an attractive piece. Size: 3.6" L x 0.6" W (9.1 cm x 1.5 cm)
Provenance: private Los Angeles County, California, USA collection, acquired by descent from the owner's father, collection amassed between 1950-1990
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#135949
Condition Report: Intact and very good with smooth surface textures throughout.
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