Lot 8006
A WHITE JADE PEACH SHAPED BOARD WITH DRAGON CARVING Ming Dynasty
The board takes on a peach shape, with the pointy edge facing the right and a raised rim framing the four sides. The front utilizes subtractive carving techniques to etch a dragon. The dragon's neck is turned to face forwards whilst its eyes are round and shaped like a pig's nose. Meanwhile, its antennas drift forward. The dragon's long body and wheel shaped claws make for a splendid and lively image in the tradition of dragon patterns during the Wanli Period. The back is smooth and bare with no special polish. Three sets of elephant noses are perforated near the sides in a tripartite arrangement. The entirety of the jade body glistens whilst the sculpting is intricate. What these things create is a stand-out piece of art.
D: 5.5 cm
Estimate
TWD 243,000-364,000
HKD 60,000-90,000
USD 7,700-11,600
Sold Price
PROVENANCE:
1. Wen-Ya Tang Collection
2. Tacoma Art Museum, Tacoma, Washington
Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art
Ravenel Spring Auction 2015 Hong Kong
Tuesday, June 2, 2015, 5:00pm