| Image | Lot | Price | Description |
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4243
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$5,925.00
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MOTTLED WHITE JADE CARVED “LIONS” STAMP SEAL.China. Of square section, the finial of the seal is carved with Buddhist lion standing with its cub by its side facing the older lion, their faces are detailed with bulging eyes, long eyebrows, pronounced noses, and mouth open revealing the teeth are shown with fierce expressions. The bushy manes and curled tails are finely incised. The stone is of white tone with good patina. Uncarved base. SIZE: 4-5/8″ (11.7 cm) h x 4″ (10.2 cm) w. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection from a renowned Taiwanese Diplomatic Family – Cai Wanjun (? – 2011), Xu Shaochang (1913–1999), and Ye Gongchao (1904 – 1981). CONDITION: Good. 48037-16 (2,000-4,000) – Lot 4243
Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - August 2015 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day. |