Sandbanks Antiques has dated this Celadon Jade Brush Washer to the 18th Century.
Qing Dynasty,
Finely carved from a lustrous pale celadon jade with natural warm russet inclusions, this substantial scholar's brush washer is masterfully worked in high relief and undercut with dynamic mythical motifs.
The oval vessel is elegantly flanked by two powerful, supporting dragons writhing along the exterior with meticulously incised scales, powerful clawed feet, and finely detailed heads peering toward the central well.
The central cylindrical body is subtly delineated beneath the rim with a classical archaistic key-fret band, all resting upon an undulating base carved with dense, rolling ruyi cloud formations.
Dimensions: Width: 9 cm approx
Weight: Approximately 340 grams
Period: Qing Dynasty (18th / 19th Century)
Condition: Exceptional tone and polish, displaying natural amber-russet inclusions and organic veining inherent to the stone.
Provenance: The G S. May Esquire Private Collection, London
Sandbanks Antiques has dated this Celadon Jade Brush Washer to the 18th Century.
Specialising in antique silver, gold boxes, gold coins and objects de vertu. Rare fine-quality imperial chinese porcelain, jades, cloisonné
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A Chinese Pale Celadon and Russet Jade Brush Washer
