Movement: Fine Chinese & Southeast Asian Art
Tue, Sep 12, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 93
Chinese Carved Jade Bead of a Lion or Beast
Estimate: $150 - $300
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
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| $0 | $25 |
| $300 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $3,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $500,000 | $25,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $50,000 |
| $10,000,000 | $100,000 |
Chinese jade bead carving depicting a recumbent lion or mythical beast. Predominantly of an opaque honey-colored brown with russet and dark celadon areas. With a bore hole through the center. With a carved wooden stand.
Provenance: Private Minneapolis Collection - collected in China prior to 1985.
Length: 1 1/2 in x width: 1/2 in x depth: 3/4 in. Weight: 13.86 grams.
There is one small area along a back thigh where the stone is rough and possibly chipped. Very light wear throughout including possible minute chips along the face, only noticeable under close inspection. Light wear to the stand.
Provenance: Private Minneapolis Collection - collected in China prior to 1985.
Length: 1 1/2 in x width: 1/2 in x depth: 3/4 in. Weight: 13.86 grams.
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