ID 718632
Lot 1236 | A WHITE JADE CARVING OF A CRANE
Estimate value
$ 5 000 – 7 000
18TH-19TH CENTURY
The crane is shown standing on a rock formation with its head turned sharply back and grasping a peach branch in its beak.
5 in. (12.7 cm.) high, hardwood stand, cloth box
Provenance
Acquired in New York, 1980s.
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
| Place of origin: | China, Eastern Asia, Asia |
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| Auction house category: | All other types of objects |
| Place of origin: | China, Eastern Asia, Asia |
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| Auction house category: | All other types of objects |
| Address of auction |
CHRISTIE'S 8 King Street, St. James's SW1Y 6QT London United Kingdom | |
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