Sep Fine Art & Collectibles Sale
Lot 203:
Description
Long:8.6cm(3.39in), Width:6.4cm(2.52in), Height:16.5cm(6.50in), Weight:395g (0.871lb)Carved from ancient jade permeated with interwoven brownish yellow patina. This stemmed cup features a cylindrical body with a single ring handle. The outer wall is decorated with shallow carved scroll cloud patterns and a vivid relief chi dragon. Supported by a tapered stem and double-layer base. Combining intaglio and high relief craftsmanship, it inherits the styling of Han jade wine vessels.Jade cups were ritual and wine wares representing nobility in ancient times. The chi dragon is an auspicious mythical beast symbolizing evil dispelling and perpetual fortune.
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