Description:
Two Jade Pendant Plaques, China, 18th/19th century, one rectangular with arched top; and one bulbous, both decorated with immortal figures on one side and calligraphy works on the other, with two facing chilong decorating the top, all carved in bas-relief, pale celadon stone, ht. to 2 3/4 in.
Provenance: The estate of Ernest Helides.
Estimate $2,000-3,000
some surface stain to carved details, otherwise in good condition.
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Keywords
Ernest Helides, Jade Pendant, ChinaSuhyung Kim
Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3263
Helen Eagles
Deputy Director, Asian Works of Art
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Asian Works of Art
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