Asian Art

June 0409, 2022
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LOT 83

Lot 83

A Mottled Grey and White Jade Archaistic Axe-Form Pendant, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century

A Mottled Grey and White Jade Archaistic Axe-Form Pendant, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century
Lot 83 Details
A Mottled Grey and White Jade Archaistic Axe-Form Pendant, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century

明 灰白玉雕饕餮纹斧

Incised with a simple taotie mask design across the mid-section, the pendant fitted with a bail and suspended on a wood stand, the pale beige stone with dark grey inclusions
jade height 4.6 in — 11.7 cm

Estimate $500-$800

Realised: $780
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Mottled Grey and White Jade Archaistic Axe-Form Pendant, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century
  • A Mottled Grey and White Jade Archaistic Axe-Form Pendant, Ming Dynasty, 16th/17th Century

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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