A WHITE JADE DUCK-FORM BOX AND COVER

Lot 1248
25.03.2022 10:00UTC +00:00
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$ 10 000
AuctioneerCHRISTIE'S
Event locationUnited Kingdom, London
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ID 718624
Lot 1248 | A WHITE JADE DUCK-FORM BOX AND COVER
Estimate value
$ 10 000 – 15 000
A WHITE JADE DUCK-FORM BOX AND COVER

19TH CENTURY

The box and cover are carved in the form of a duck with raised head standing amidst tall leaves. The feathers are finely incised and the openwork leaf stems are delicately rendered.

4 1⁄4 in. (10.7 cm.) high, hardwood stand, fitted cloth box







Provenance

Acquired in New York, 1980s.





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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.
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