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A nephrite lion and cub group
The principal beast recumbent, with the playful pup on his side, carved
in openwork with the details incised in relief.
1 3/4in (4.5cm) long
$1,000 - 1,500

8127
Two carved hardstone toggles
The first an aquamarine pendant of two cats wrestling head to tail,
with a macramé cord; the second an oval shaped amethyst toggle
with a gilt metal ring mount.
2in (5cm) length of larger toggle
$2,500 - 3,500

8128
Two white jade butterfly plaques
Late Qing dynasty
Both of similar form, the butterflies with their wings spread, carved in
openwork, with the details incised into the stone.
3 1/2in (9cm) width of larger plaque
$1,000 - 1,500

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