Finely Carved Chinese White Jade "Parrot" Pendant 18th Century

(Inv#: dai16901)

DESCRIPTION

Up for sale is a very beautiful antique Chinese white jade rectangular pendant finely carved in openwork style with parrot-and-lotus motifs flanked by two Chilong (serpent dragon) with long coiled tails; well designed pattern, very detailed work and finely polished surface showing a soft luster; nephrite jade with a with an old style custom made box. 

AGE

18th Century, probably belongs to Qianlong's workmanship.

SIZE

2 1/2" x 1 7/8" (6.5 x 4.8 cm), 3/16" (1/2 cm) thick.

CONDITION

In overall good condition with no damage or restoration, light russet inclusion to to right lower corner, natural fissure to right upper corner extending to the side, see photos for more details.  

OTHER NOTES

Definitely a collectible piece, unusual in quality compared with other similar pieces.

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