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Chinese Carved Celadon and Russet Jade Mythical Animal, Ming Dynasty or Earlier
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A fine and unusual carving of a mythical animal, possibly a pixiu, of celadon and russet nephrite jade, Ming Dynasty or earlier, China.
The mythical animal masterfully carved as a chimera, with a pair of stag antlers, the head of an eagle, the body of the lion, and seemingly throat scales of a dragon. These characteristics tend to point to the animal being a pixiu, the ancient and mythical chimeric animal of luck, fortune and protection. However, this example lacks the wings usually associated with the pixiu.
The animal portrayed in a stretching position, with its forelegs bent towards the ground, hind quarters raised, its head and long neck turned to look back.
Carved from a piece of pale celadon nephrite jade, with two large streaks of grayish-white, and one side of the stone retaining the russet "skin".
Meant for the scholar's desk, this wonderful animal would have served as a curiosity, a fondling stone, paperweight, and object of wonder, to be viewed, touched, discussed and admired.
- Dimensions:Height: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)Width: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
- Style:Ming (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:17th Century or Earlier
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In fine condition, with some surface dirt in the the deeper incised lines.
- Seller Location:Austin, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU894718536822
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