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A ‘CHICKEN BONE’ JADE CARVING OF A BELL
17TH-18TH CENTURY
明末清初 雞骨白玉梵紋鐘
The bell is carved in low relief to the exterior with a band
of hanging emblems between two bands of vajra. The
top is carved with a bud-form fnial encircled by stylised
lotus petals, each enclosing a lança character. The stone
is of a creamy white tone with dark grey speckled and
streaked inclusions.
3æ in. (9.5 cm.) high, wood stand
£60,000-80,000 $92,000-120,000
€82,000-110,000
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