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PROPERTY FROM THE ESTATE OF ROBERT P. YOUNGMAN
435
A CARVED JADE LOTUS LEAF-FORM BRUSHWASHER
Qing dynasty
The edges curling in an ovoid shape to support tiny insects and
to enclose a snail shell and a small frog, the underside carved
in curving stems and veins, the stone of gray-green color within
prominent areas of russet colored ‘skin’ covering the exteriors.
5in (12.7cm) wide
$1,500 - 2,500

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PROPERTY OF VARIOUS OWNERS
436
A CARVED AGATE BRUSHWASHER
Late Qing/Republic period
Thickly carved in globular shape enclosed within ropy blooming
branches of songbirds, the stone whorled in translucent hues of russet
and gray.
3 3/4in (9.5cm) height of stone exclusive of stand
$1,200 - 1,800

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