An exquisite jade carving 'Dragon boat'
Lot-No. 941
China, late Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). Carved pale green to caramel-coloured jade. Two-storeyed boat in the characteristical form of a dragon adorned with lampions sailing among waves. First deck with dignitary and attendants, above tea drinking couple under a pavilion. Mounted to a wooden base. Min. chip. L. of the carving 21 cm.
An exquisite jade carving 'Dragon boat'
An exquisite jade carving 'Dragon boat'
Lot-No. 941
China, late Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). Carved pale green to caramel-coloured jade. Two-storeyed boat in the characteristical form of a dragon adorned with lampions sailing among waves. First deck with dignitary and attendants, above tea drinking couple under a pavilion. Mounted to a wooden base. Min. chip. L. of the carving 21 cm.