Jade Ghost Eater

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Hardstones Pre 1900: item #25010
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19th century nephrite carving of a bearded Zhong-Kui (ghost eater). His right hand is holding a fan; his left hand is raised up holding his hat. Under his left foot is a demon begging for his life. According to Chinese custom, the ghost eater will protect a family from evil spirits. This is a very nice carving in good condition. H: 5 inches, W: 3 inches, D: 1 ¾ inches

Jade Fisherman

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Hardstones Pre 1900: item #25009
3301

19th century nephrite carving of a fisherman holding a fishing pole in one hand and two fish in the other hand. A basket is sitting on the side. Very nice carving in good condition. H: 4 inches, W: 2 ½ inches, D: 1 ¾ inches

Nephrite jade carved pendant

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Hardstones Pre 1900: item #549105
501

Celadon nephrite jade pendant with russet markings from the Qing Dynasty. Pendant includes a carved hole for hanging. Charmingly depicts a naturalistically carved frog climbing onto seeding plant. Measured hardness ~6.5 Mohs, specific gravity 2.94.

Country of Origin: China... Click for details

Nephrite Bi Disk

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Hardstones Pre 1920: item #549091
508

Nephrite Jade Bi Disk, work and design in the style of Warring States Period. Light celadon in color. Dimensions raised geometric pattern on disk, top is flanked with double dragon motif. Measured hardness ~6.5, specific gravity 2.98 g/cc, characteristic of authentic nephrite.

Country of Origin: China... Click for details

Nephrite jade plaque "ji xiang"

Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Chinese: Hardstones Pre 1900: item #549081
509

18th to 19th century mutton-fat white nephrite oval plaque flanked with double dragon motif. Vertically inscribed with the characters "ji xiang" meaning auspicious, or favorable omen. Hand tools marks throughout, top loop hole for hanging. Measured hardness ~6.5 Mohs, specific gravity 2.94.

Country of Origin: China... Click for details