ID 718542
Lot 1253 | AN AGATE FIGURE OF A BEAST
Estimate value
$ 6 000 – 8 000
MING-EARLY QING DYNASTY, 15TH-17TH CENTURY
The beast is shown in a recumbent position with it legs tucked underneath. The stone is of an amber tone with areas of russet inclusion.
2 in. (5 cm.) long, cloth box
Provenance
Acquired in Hong Kong, 1985.
| 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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