$1,778
Jade Cup, China, 19th century, in the form of an archaic ritual drinking vessel yi , the exterior carved with a band of boss designs, the handle as a dragon biting the mouth-rim, the jade of celadon color with russet marking, lg. 4 3/4, ht. 1 1/2 in. Natural fissure in the stone, minor loss
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-06-26