Brush washer - Nephrite Jade
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Pale celadon nephrite jade brush washer shaped as an open curled lotus leaf with a small seed pot, dating to the late 20th century (ca. 1970–1980) from inland China, in very fine condition, weighing 49.6 g (248 carats) and measuring about 66.1 × 45.3 × 19.9 mm with natural colour and no indication of treatment.
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Chinese pale celadon nephrite jade brush washer – China – 20th Century.
On offer is a good quality translucent pale celadon light green nephrite jade brush washer, carved in the shape of an open curled lotus leaf. Next to it a small open “seed pot” which is used to keep the brush wet after cleaning. This small scholar brush washer has a light green color and shiny appearance.
Has been identified as nephrite jade by measuring thermal conductivity and hardness and translucency. Also checked with UV light; which indicates a natural color. Provenance: This jade comes from inland China. A fine example, suitable as an addition to your high-end collection or to present as a gift! Please see test results and pictures.
Used test equipment:
• Sencys hardmetal scratch pen
• Presidium gem tester II
• Kern PFB 200-3 laboratory scale
• Ugsby XP-1 bright light torch
• Mitutoyo absolute-Aos digital caliper
• Inova X5 UV-torch
*Material/color: Natural pale celadon light-green nephrite jade. Minor inclusions.
*Origin/provenance: China, inland.
*Weight: 49,6 gram or 248 Carat.
*Hardness: No scratching possible, with hardened steel scratch pen.
*UV/ bright light check: No indication of treatment.
*Dating: End of 20th Century.
*Size (approx.): 66,1 mm * 45,3 mm * 19,9 mm.
*Condition: Very fine “as found” condition, without damage!
Will be packed very well and shipped with registered track/trace with insurance. Combined shipping Offered
No reserve price!
Chinese pale celadon nephrite jade brush washer – China – 20th Century.
On offer is a good quality translucent pale celadon light green nephrite jade brush washer, carved in the shape of an open curled lotus leaf. Next to it a small open “seed pot” which is used to keep the brush wet after cleaning. This small scholar brush washer has a light green color and shiny appearance.
Has been identified as nephrite jade by measuring thermal conductivity and hardness and translucency. Also checked with UV light; which indicates a natural color. Provenance: This jade comes from inland China. A fine example, suitable as an addition to your high-end collection or to present as a gift! Please see test results and pictures.
Used test equipment:
• Sencys hardmetal scratch pen
• Presidium gem tester II
• Kern PFB 200-3 laboratory scale
• Ugsby XP-1 bright light torch
• Mitutoyo absolute-Aos digital caliper
• Inova X5 UV-torch
*Material/color: Natural pale celadon light-green nephrite jade. Minor inclusions.
*Origin/provenance: China, inland.
*Weight: 49,6 gram or 248 Carat.
*Hardness: No scratching possible, with hardened steel scratch pen.
*UV/ bright light check: No indication of treatment.
*Dating: End of 20th Century.
*Size (approx.): 66,1 mm * 45,3 mm * 19,9 mm.
*Condition: Very fine “as found” condition, without damage!
Will be packed very well and shipped with registered track/trace with insurance. Combined shipping Offered
Details
Era
1900-2000
Material
Nephrite Jade
Country of origin
China
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
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Estimated period
1970-1980
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