Lot no. 205
PAIR OF LIDDED BOXES
in celadon nephrite jade, each in the shape of a quail at rest, its head turned backwards, the plumage finely incised on the body; the pair symbolising fidelity. With shaped bases.
(Minor chips).
China, 19th century.
A PAIR OF QUAIL-SHAPED JADE BOXES AND COVERS, CHINA, 19TH CENTURY.
HEIGHT 8 CM (3 1/8 IN.) – LENGTH 8 CM (3 1/8 IN.)
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Asian Art
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