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asian carving

By superking, 2 March, 2011
Description

I was given this carving by a friend, I'm not sure what it is, but it looks like jade, it is kind of an odd greenish-tan color. I think it's a carving of a mythincal chinese beast, but I'm not sure which one (Pi zhou maybe?). There are a few minor chips, but all are on the base, and none are on the beast itself. I did find a website with a similar piece, made of  porcelain, not sure if this may be a copy of that design, or genuinely from the same period (1662 - 1722), but I have included a link to that piece below. Any info as to how old it might be, what the beast is, and what, if anything, it's worth would be greatly appreciated, thanks,

Logan

http://www.chinese-porcelain-art.com/acatalog/Imperial_Page_2.html

Category
Asian Art
Medium
Jade - I think...
Distinguishing marks
none
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
2" tall, 3/4"wide
Date Period
no idea
Weight
a few ounces
History
gift from a friend
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
0
For Sale?
No
Photos
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timdraco

14 years 4 months ago

Re: asian carving

This could either be a chinese pug dog, or a chinese guardian lion. It looks like either jade or blanc-de-chine. As there are no distinguishing marks or makers marks, i would say at auction this would go for 15-20 american dollars. Most chinese carvings go for around that price do to it being a rare item at auction. As for age, these are hard to tell without getting it tested. Best of luck.

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