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A CELADON JADE MYTHICAL BEAST
MING DYNASTY OR EARLIER

carved recumbent with forelegs outstretched, the head raised and turned
sharply to look over its back and bifurcated tail, the stone of mottled celadon
and light brown colour
 , ¾ .
£ 6,000-8,000
HK$ 58,000-77,500 US$ 7,500-10,000

For footnote see p. 133

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