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A pair of jadeite covered vases with two handles in the shape of animal head holding a mobile ring (a pair)

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A Grey Jade

A Grey Jade
Well carved in the round with the elephant standing on a rocky bank with waves lapping against...

A Small Brown and Beige Jade Horse

A Small Brown and Beige Jade Horse
The figure of the horse modeled recumbent with its head tucked in and coiled around to nibble at...

Rectangular jadeite pendant engraved with double-phoenix and characters Wan...

Rectangular jadeite pendant engraved with double-phoenix and characters Wan Shou Wu Jiang (means longevity)
The rectangular pendant is engraved with double phoenix and cloud patterns in openwork on both...

Qing Dynasty
Overall height: 23cm
Diameter of mouth: 5.9 * 3.75cm
Diameter of foot: 4.5 * 2.95cm

The oval vase has an open-carved dragon's head holding a movable ring in the mouth serving as a handle on both sides of the neck. The cover has a bend-shaped knob with two movable rings. The main patterns on the surface of the vase are beast faces, complemented by banana leaves and fret patterns.

This pair of vases is characterized by the symmetric design, graceful structure, superb craftsmanship and smooth lines.

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