Lot 535
Impressive, Deeply Carved, High Relief Jadeite Vase Surrounded by Dragons, Elephants and Foliate Scrollwork. Gorgeous vase with astonishing high relief carving of dragons and elephants wrapped in their tails. The dragon in Chinese art symbolizes good luck, strength, health, authority and Imperial power. The high relief carvings in this piece are astonishing with the dragons extending a ½ to ¾" from the sides, their bodies open allowing light to give a translucence to the work.
8½ x 5 x 4" we note no issues with this fine piece. No chips, cracks or repairs. Truly exceptional. Estimated Value $5,000 - 8,000
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