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AN UNUSUAL LARGE GREY-GREEN JADE ‘LINGZHI’ VASE
18TH-19TH CENTURY
The well-hollowed vase is well carved in the shape of a large fungus head borne
on the gnarled stems that rise from the base and bear further small fungus heads,
as well as long graceful leaves on one side. There are some small areas of opaque
ivory inclusions in the semi-translucent stone.
8æ in. (22.3 cm.) high, carved wood stand
$30,000-50,000
清十八/十九世紀 青白玉靈芝紋花插
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