1118
A White and Russet Jade Figure of a Recumbent Dog
Length 7 1/4 in., 18.5 cm.
Estimate: $1,500-$2,500
Sold
$2,250
Live Auction
Chinese and Himalayan Works of Art
Size
Length 7 1/4 in., 18.5 cm.
Description
A White and Russet Jade Figure of a Recumbent Dog
白玉帶皮臥犬
carved of grey-white stone flecked throughout with russet striations to narrow elongated form of a hound laying low to the ground, resting its long snout between forepaws, with a long tail curled at its hindquarters. Carved and softly polished with details at the spine, ribcage, and relaxed ears with an attentive expression in the eyes.
carved of grey-white stone flecked throughout with russet striations to narrow elongated form of a hound laying low to the ground, resting its long snout between forepaws, with a long tail curled at its hindquarters. Carved and softly polished with details at the spine, ribcage, and relaxed ears with an attentive expression in the eyes.
Length 7 1/4 in., 18.5 cm.
Provenance
Christie's New York, April 6, 2010, sale 2301, lot 365.