Antique, Mottled - Green Jade Pendant In The Shape Of A Cluster Of Gourds & Leaves
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:15092289 | Type: Pendant |
| Primary Material: Jade | Region of Origin: China |
| Original/Reproduction: Antique Original | Age: 1850-1899 |
| Color: green |
Translucent, dappled-green jade (probably jadeite, given the glossypolish) pendant in the shape of a cluster of gourds. A large gourd is flanked by smaller gourdsand leaves. The jade is very uniform incolor mottling (see photos with back lighting). Dimensions: 4.5 cm (1.8 inches) high, 2.4 cm (0.9 in) wide, and 0.5-1.5 cm (0.2-0.6 in) thick. Weight: approx. 27 grams. Suspended from a brown silk chord.
This piece waspurchased at a Friendship Store in ...Beijing in 1992. The sale will include a copy of the Invoiceof Cultural Relics and Antiques (dated 27 February 1992, No. 0005288), where itis listed as the first of two items.
This piece waspurchased at a Friendship Store in ...Beijing in 1992. The sale will include a copy of the Invoiceof Cultural Relics and Antiques (dated 27 February 1992, No. 0005288), where itis listed as the first of two items.
