Lot 506
  • 506

A PALE CELADON JADE SEAL, SONG/MING DYNASTY

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Jade
  • 3.1 cm, 1 1/4  in.
of square section, the upper section of the arched finial finely incised with a spiral pattern, the smoothly polished stone of a pale yellowish-celadon tone with brown skin

Provenance

Collection of Percy D. Krolik.
Victoria & Albert Museum, London (on loan).
Spink & Son, London.

Condition

The carving is in good condition with the exception of a small bruise to the edge of one side, some nibbles on the base, and minor nicks to the extremities.
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