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Lot 20

A Grey, Black and White Jade Figure of a Cicada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

A Grey, Black and White Jade Figure of a Cicada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Lot 20 Details
A Grey, Black and White Jade Figure of a Cicada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)

明 灰白玉雕'一鸣惊人'蝉形佩

The dark russet inclusions covering the top of the insect's head, wings, and segmented body, the reverse revealing the white stone as the underbelly
length 2.4 in — 6.2 cm

Estimate $800-$1,200

Realised: $2,214
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A Grey, Black and White Jade Figure of a Cicada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
  • A Grey, Black and White Jade Figure of a Cicada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
  • A Grey, Black and White Jade Figure of a Cicada, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Provenance:

Collection of Albert Y.P. Lee and Sara K.S. Lee
来源：李尔白及骆桂生伉俪珍藏重要青铜器及玉器

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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