6th Nov, 2024 10:00
Asian, Indian & Islamic Art
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Pale green and black jade ‘lotus leaf’ libation cup
Chinese, 19th Century
finely carved as a furled lotus leaf, gently flaring outwards at the irregularly-shaped rim to form a deep vessel, decorated in low relief with subtle veining around the exterior, raised on an oval base shaped as a curling stem, the stone of pale green tone with black and white inclusions, 18.5cm wide, wood stand.
Sold for £3,000
Estimated at £800 - £1,200
Pale green and black jade ‘lotus leaf’ libation cup
Chinese, 19th Century
finely carved as a furled lotus leaf, gently flaring outwards at the irregularly-shaped rim to form a deep vessel, decorated in low relief with subtle veining around the exterior, raised on an oval base shaped as a curling stem, the stone of pale green tone with black and white inclusions, 18.5cm wide, wood stand.
Some tiny chips and nicks at the extremities, mostly noticeable on the rim; natural stone flaws.
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Auction: Asian, Indian & Islamic Art, 6th Nov, 2024
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