Nephrite Jade Carving

Description:

Nephrite Jade Carving, China, 19th/20th century, depicting a peach branch, a double swastika knot, and a bat, all in low relief, the peach leaves curling around the stone's natural form, and other elements including the gnarls and the bat carved to conform to the stone's natural grain, celadon stone with russet markings and gray inclusions, dia. 5 7/8 in.

Provenance: From the estate of Peter L. Rosenberg.
Estimate $3,000-5,000

jade not tested; in good condition with minor surface wear.


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